Gurtrude Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGUR-trood / ˈɡʊərtruːdGerman; Old High German
Meaning
German: spear strength; Old High German: brave warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Gurtrude is a feminine name derived from the Germanic elements 'gur' meaning 'spear' and 'trut' meaning 'strength' or 'noble'. It was more commonly used in medieval times and has seen a decline in popularity in modern times. The name reflects the values of strength and bravery that were significant in Germanic culture.
Trend Summary
The name Gurtrude has seen a significant decline in popularity in the United States since the early 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gertrude
- Gertie
International Variants
- Gertrude (English)
- Gertude (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gurtrude was first seen in the United States in 1890. Gurtrude has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gurtrude has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gurtrude
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 8 |