Gertrude
GirlGerman
Gertrude is a girl name of German origin meaning "one who wields a spear with strength".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
German
Religion
Christian
Popularity
19 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
8 letters
Meaning
one who wields a spear with strength
Etymology
Derived from Old High German ger ‘spear’ and trût ‘strength’, forming the name Gertrud.
Famous People Named Gertrude
- Gertrude B. Elion — American biochemist and pharmacologist (1918–1999)
- Gertrude Stein — American author (1874–1946)
- Gertrude Bell — British traveller, writer, mountaineer, politician, archaeologist and spy (1868–1926)
- Gertrude Atherton — American author (1857–1948)
- Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney — American sculptor (1875-1942)
Frequently Asked Questions About Gertrude
What does the name Gertrude mean?
Gertrude means "one who wields a spear with strength", and is of German origin.
What is the origin of the name Gertrude?
Gertrude originates from German, commonly used in Europe.
Is Gertrude a boy or girl name?
Gertrude is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Gertrude associated with?
Gertrude is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Gertrude?
Yes — notable people named Gertrude include Gertrude B. Elion (American biochemist and pharmacologist, 1918–1999), Gertrude Stein (American author, 1874–1946), Gertrude Bell (British traveller, 1868–1926), Gertrude Atherton (American author, 1857–1948) and Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney (American sculptor, 1875-1942).
Last updated: June 2026