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Gertha

GER-thuh

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

1,792

Peak Year

#58 in 1921

First Recorded

1883

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Gertha is a German name meaning 'spear strength' or 'strong spear'.

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Gert Gerta Gertie

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Nicknames

Gert Gerta Gertie

Spelling Variations

Gerta Gertrud Gertrude

Similar Names

Bertha Wilhelmina Matilda Adela

Personality Traits

StrongReliableDeterminedPractical

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