Gertie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gertie originates from the Germanic roots of the name Gertrude, meaning 'spear strength'. The name evolved through historical forms like Gertrudis and Gertrude before becoming Gertie in modern English. Gertie embodies traits of strength and resilience, though it does not have a biblical significance. It saw a rise in popularity in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and while its modern usage has declined, it remains a beloved vintage name.
The name Gertie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gertie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Gertie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 446th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 722nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1895th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8765th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25599th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20142nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gertie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gertie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɜːrti/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Gertie is a diminutive form of the name Gertrude, which is derived from the Old High German elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'trud' meaning 'strength' or 'maiden'.
Meaning
spear strength
Language Evolution
Gertrudis (Latin), Gertrude (Old English), Gertie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Gertie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a pet form of Gertrude.
Variants & Derivatives
Gertrude, Gert, Gertie Mae
Modern Popularity & Image
Gertie is often perceived as a quaint and vintage name, with a nostalgic charm. It is less common today but retains a certain endearing quality.
Famous People
Gertie the Dinosaur (animated character), Gertie Stein (American artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gertie"
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 "Gertie"
"Gertie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 446th of 9107 | 4,038 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 722nd of 9204 | 1,799 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1895th of 12526 | 609 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8765th of 19264 | 62 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25599th of 35406 | 19 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20142nd of 30306 | 25 |
Regional Popularity of "Gertie" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gertie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
47.60% 674th/1416 |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
13.65% 323rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
82.15% 1270th/1546 |
- |
19.42% 457th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
43.08% 1229th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Gertie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gertie" 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.