Gerturde Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGER-trude / /ˈɡɜːr.truːd/German; Dutch
Meaning
German: spear strength; Dutch: strong spear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gertrude has roots in Germanic languages, where it is derived from the elements 'ger' meaning spear and 'trud' meaning strength. It was popularized in the Middle Ages, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. The name has been borne by several saints, contributing to its use in Christian contexts. Gertrude was also a common name among royalty and nobility in Europe.
Trend Summary
The name Gertrude has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, particularly since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gertie
- Gertrud
International Variants
- Gertrude (English)
- Gertrudis (Spanish)
- Gertrude (French)
Famous people named Gerturde
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gerturde was first seen in the United States in 1911. Gerturde has ranked as high as #885 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gerturde has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 |