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Name Origin

Gertraud is a German feminine given name. It is a variation of the name Gertrude, which means 'spear of strength' or 'strong spear'. The name has roots in Old High German and combines the elements 'ger' (spear) and 'trut' (strength).

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Famous People

Gertraud Kolmar (1909-1995)

Writer

  • Prolific author of poetry and prose
  • Known for her exploration of feminist themes

Gertraud Long (1947-)

Actress

  • Appeared in numerous German television series and films
  • Notable roles include characters in 'Tatort' and 'Lindenstraße'