Gertrude

Gertrude means 'strength of a spear.' The name combines powerful symbols of warfare with qualities of resilience and fortitude. It implies a person who is powerful and unyielding.

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The name Gertrude has its roots in Old German. It is derived from the elements 'ger,' meaning 'spear,' and 'thrud,' meaning 'strength' or 'maiden.' This name was common among German-speaking countries in the early medieval period.

  • Popularity: 7,740th
  • Babies named Gertrude in the US in 2023:
    Female: 31
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Gertie, Trudy, Gert, Trude, Ger.
  • Full Names: Gertrude Adler - Art Historian, Gertrude Himmelfarb - Historian, Gertrude Stein - Writer, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney - Sculptor, Gertrude Bell - Adventurer.
  • Famous Namesakes: Gertrude Stein-writer, Gertrude Ederle-swimmer, Gertrude Elion-biochemist, Gertrude B. Elion-chemist, Gertrude Bell-explorer.
  • Gender: Traditionally Female
  • Numerology: According to numerology, the name Gertrude is associated with the number 3. This number signifies creativity, self-expression, and social interaction. Individuals with this number often have strong verbal skills and are performers at heart.

The name Gertrude was most popular in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Although it has seen a decline in usage in recent decades, it retains a sense of vintage charm and is sometimes used due to family heritage.

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