Gertrude
boy nameGertrude entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #564 in 1891, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
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rank today
#564
peak (1891)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #850 |
| 1890s | #747 |
| 1900s | #912 |
| 1910s | #1671 |
| 1920s | #2391 |
| 1930s | #2492 |
| 1940s | #3327 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gertrude are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gertrude alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gertrude in 2025?
- Gertrude is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gertrude most popular?
- Gertrude peaked in 1891, reaching #564 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gertrude with classmates?
- Gertrude will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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