Gertude
girl nameGertude entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #1047 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1885–2025
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rank today
#1047
peak (1885)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1163 |
| 1890s | #1356 |
| 1900s | #1480 |
| 1910s | #2705 |
| 1920s | #3784 |
| 1930s | #3713 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gertude are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gertude 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 Gertude in 2025?
- Gertude is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gertude most popular?
- Gertude peaked in 1885, reaching #1047 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gertude with classmates?
- Gertude will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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