Geltrudis Name Meaning

The name Geltrudis is of German origin and is a variant of Gertrude. It is derived from the Germanic elements "ger" which means spear, and "thrud" which means strength. Geltrudis is a feminine name commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries.

There are not many famous personalities with the name Geltrudis in recent history, but historically it was a popular name in medieval Europe, particularly in Germany. St. Gertrude of Nivelles, a 7th-century Belgian abbess and saint, is one of the most well-known figures with a similar variant of the name.