Holding steady.
Popularity of Gerturde since 1911
Babies named Gerturde per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1926, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gerturde's real moment was 1911.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 48 |
| 1920s | 52 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gerturde is a rare variant spelling of the classic Gertrude, a name that peaked in popularity in the early 20th century. According to U.S. Social Security data, Gerturde was first recorded in 1911, the same year it reached its peak usage, but it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name is so uncommon that its '1 in N' rate is effectively zero, indicating fewer than one baby per million receives this spelling each year. Its trajectory remains stable, with no revival in recent decades. While the standard form Gertrude was a top 50 name in the 1910s, this variant has always been a rare choice. Despite its obscurity, Gerturde carries the strong, old-world charm of its Germanic roots, appealing to parents who seek a unique yet historically grounded name.
Gerturde is a variant spelling of Gertrude, which is of Germanic origin. The name is traditionally composed of the elements 'ger' (spear) and 'trud' (strength), though some scholars suggest alternative derivations. Gertrude was a popular name in medieval Europe, borne by several saints, including the 13th-century mystic Saint Gertrude the Great. The spelling Gerturde is a less common variant that emerged primarily in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gertie, Trudy, Gerda
Sibling names for Gerturde
Names that share Gerturde's style, for a brother or sister.
