Gertrude Name Meaning

The name Gertrude is of Germanic origin and means "strength of a spear." It is derived from the elements "ger" which means "spear" and "thrud" which means "strength" or "power."

Gertrude is an ancient name that dates back to medieval times. It became popular in Europe during the Middle Ages and was commonly used among royalty and nobility. The name eventually spread to other English-speaking countries.