Gerhard
Meaning of Gerhard
Originating from Germany, the name Gerhard is a strong and timeless choice for a baby boy. It carries a rich history and cultural significance. The name Gerhard is pronounced as GEHR-hahrt in German (/gərˈhɑrt/). Similar variations of the name include Gerhardt. While this name may not be as popular in recent years, it still holds a special place in many hearts. According to data from newborns in New York, Gerhard had varying levels of popularity throughout the 20th century, with occasional spikes in usage. Overall, Gerhard conveys strength and tradition, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a classic name with European roots.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as GEHR-hahrt (/gərˈhɑrt/)
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Notable People Named Gerhard
| Gerhard Richter is a renowned German visual artist known for his abstract and photorealistic paintings, photographs, and glass pieces, and is considered one of the most significant contemporary German artists. |
| Gerhard Domagk - Gerhard Johannes Paul Domagk was a German pathologist and bacteriologist known for his work in developing the first commercially available antibiotic, Prontosil. |
| Gerhard Herzberg was a German-Canadian physicist and chemist who won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 1971 for his work on molecular structure and spectroscopy. |
| Gerhard Ertl is a renowned German physicist known for his groundbreaking research in surface chemistry, which has had significant implications in energy production and environmental science. |
| Gerhard Armauer Hansen - Gerhard Henrik Armauer Hansen was a Norwegian physician known for identifying the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae as the cause of leprosy in 1873. |
| Gerhard Weber was a German fashion designer and entrepreneur, known for founding the fashion brand Gerry Weber and for his involvement in tennis and sports events. |
| Gerhard Frey is a German mathematician known for his work in number theory, particularly for developing the notion of Frey-Hellegouarch curves, which played a central role in Wiles's proof of Fermat's Last Theorem. |
| Gerhard Stoltenberg was a prominent German politician affiliated with the Christian Democratic Union, serving as Minister-President of Schleswig-Holstein and holding ministerial positions in several cabinets. |
| Gerhard Puchelt was a German pianist known for his exceptional musical talent and contributions to the world of classical music. |
| Gerhard Streminger is an Austrian philosopher and author, known for his work in philosophy and mathematics, and has held various academic positions at the University of Graz. |
| Gerhard Mayer-Vorfelder, also known as "MV," was a prominent figure in European football as the Vice President of UEFA, and had a successful career in politics and sports administration in Germany. |
| Gerhard Thiele - Gerhard Paul Julius Thiele is a German physicist and former ESA astronaut, as well as the father of Die Astronautin candidate Insa Thiele-Eich. |
| Gerhard Rodax was an Austrian professional footballer known for his role as a striker. |
| Gerhard Paul Fettweis is a renowned German electrical engineer and university professor specializing in telecommunications engineering. |
| Gerhard Adler was a prominent figure in analytical psychology, known for his translation and editorial work on the Collected Works of Carl Gustav Jung, as well as his role in founding the Society of Analytical Psychology in London. |
