Gerrit Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gerrit is a Dutch name that means 'brave spear', originating from the Old High German name Gerhard. It has evolved through various forms including Gerhard and Gerd. The name is commonly associated with strength and bravery and has no biblical relevance. Gerrit remains popular in Dutch-speaking areas and is linked to notable figures in architecture and sports.
The name Gerrit is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gerrit has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gerrit' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1166th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1620th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1961st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1860th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2110th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3169th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5409th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gerrit' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gerrit"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɛrɪt/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
Gerrit is derived from the Old High German name Gerhard, which is composed of the elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong'.
Meaning
brave spear
Language Evolution
Gerhard, Gerd, Gerrit
Historical Usage
Gerrit gained popularity in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in Dutch-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Gerard, Gert, Gerry
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gerrit is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with Dutch heritage.
Famous People
Gerrit Rietveld, a renowned Dutch architect and designer, Gerrit Cole, an American professional baseball pitcher
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gerrit"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gerrit"
"Gerrit" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1166th of 7545 | 587 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1620th of 6773 | 345 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1961st of 7552 | 314 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1860th of 10718 | 382 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2110th of 16616 | 510 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3169th of 24088 | 508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5409th of 23106 | 203 |
Regional Popularity of "Gerrit" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
32.98% 467th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
44.11% 682nd/1546 |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.89% 1111th/2227 |
- | - |
52.76% 1464th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
58.86% 2050th/3483 |
- |
34.30% 1387th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.83% 1394th/3685 |
- | - |
28.00% 1769th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.79% 1915th/4582 |
70.82% 3657th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
42.22% 3151st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- |
62.16% 3901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Gerrit" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gerrit"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gerrit" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.