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Gertrude
Gertrude is a Germanic name derived from the elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'trud' meaning 'strength.' The name conveys a sense of resilience and determination, often associated with strong-minded women who have made significant contributions to society.
Key Stats
| Total births | 177,668 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1917 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2020 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%PA — 20%LA — 20%IL — 19%NJ — 19%
Notable People
Gertrude Stein (American avant-garde writer) · Gertrude Bell (British writer, explorer, and political officer) · Gertrude Ederle (American swimmer, first woman to swim across the English Channel) · Gertrude Lawrence (British actress and singer) · Gertrude Jekyll (British horticulturist and designer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
GertGertie
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