Gerda
Meaning of Gerda
Gerda is a charming and timeless name for baby girls. This name has Germanic origins and means "protection" or "guardian." The pronunciation of Gerda is GUR-duh (/ˈɡɜr.də/), which gives it a strong and melodic sound. One popular variation of Gerda is Gertie, which adds a touch of playfulness to the name. Gerda has been given to newborns in New York since at least 1915, with its popularity fluctuating over the years. It ranked as high as 472 in 1930, indicating that it was once quite popular amongst parents in the area. With its rich history and elegant sound, Gerda is an excellent choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as GUR-duh (/ˈɡɜr.də/)
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Notable People Named Gerda
| Gerda Taro was a pioneering German war photographer and the first woman photojournalist to die while covering the frontline in a war. |
| Gerda Hedwig Lerner was an Austrian-born American historian, women's history author, and former president of the Organization of American Historians known for her scholarly publications and diverse literary works. |
| Gerda Weissmann Klein was a Polish-born American writer and human rights activist known for her autobiographical account of the Holocaust, "All But My Life," which was adapted into an award-winning short film. |
| Gerda Alexander was a pioneering German/Danish eurhythmicist and teacher who later created Eutony, collaborating with medical centers and educational institutes worldwide. |
| Gerda Wegener - Gerda Marie Fredrikke Wegener was a Danish illustrator and painter known for her boundary-pushing fashion illustrations and paintings, often classified as lesbian erotica, inspired by her partner, the transgender woman Lili Elbe. |
| Gerda Weissensteiner is an Italian luger and bobsleigh pilot who won gold in the women's singles luge event at the 1994 Winter Olympics and bronze in the two-woman bobsleigh at the 2006 Winter Olympics. |
| Gerda Verburg - Gerritje "Gerda" Verburg is a Dutch politician and diplomat known for her work with the Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA) party and as a trade union leader. |
| Gerda Frömel, a Czech-born sculptor, gained critical acclaim for her work in Ireland and received numerous awards and commissions for her sculptures and stained glass pieces. |
| Gerda Johanne Bengtsson was a Danish textile artist known for her expertise in embroidery and her influential publication, Danish Floral Charted Designs. |
| Gerda Steyn is a South African marathon and ultramarathon athlete who set the Comrades Marathon down-run record in 2023 with a time of 5 hours, 44 minutes, and 54 seconds. |
| Gerda Müller was a renowned German stage actress. |
| Gerda Pamler is a German former Paralympic alpine skier and artist who won six medals at the 1992, 1994, and 1998 Winter Paralympics. |
| Gerda Alexandra Havertong is a Dutch-Surinamese actress, television presenter, and singer, best known for her recurring role in Sesamstraat, the Dutch version of Sesame Street, since 1984. |
| Gerda Krūmiņa is a Latvian biathlete known for her achievements in the sport. |
| Gerda Martín was a Chilean athlete who competed in the women's javelin throw at the 1952 Summer Olympics. |
