Origin and Meaning of Gertude
Meaning & Origin
Spear of strength
Origin: German - Derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'thrud' meaning 'strength' or 'force'.
Interesting Facts
- Gertrude has been in use since the Middle Ages and was commonly used among German nobility.
- The name is often associated with figures in literature and history, particularly in Shakespearean plays, such as Gertrude, the mother of Hamlet.
- Gertrude is used in various cultures, with variations such as Gertie and Gertraud in German-speaking regions.
- The name was most popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States but has since declined in usage.
- Related names include Gerhardt and Germaine, as well as diminutives like Gertie and Trudy.