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Name Origin

Gerold is a Germanic given name, typically masculine. It is a combination of the elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'hild' meaning 'battle'. Therefore, it traditionally signifies strength, warriorhood, or bravery.

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Famous People

Gerold Meyer von Knonau (1869-1934)

Swiss painter and sculptor

  • Known for his portraits and landscapes
  • Exhibited at the Salon des Beaux-Arts in Paris