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Name Origin

Gertrud is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. It is a variant of Gertrude, meaning 'spear strength' or 'mighty spear'. The name combines the elements 'ger', meaning 'spear', and 'trut', meaning 'strength' or 'faithfulness'.

germanicfemininestrengthspearmightyfaithfulness

Famous People

Gertrud Bodenwieser (1890-1959)

Dancer and Choreographer

  • Developed her own dance technique emphasizing expression and inner feeling
  • Founded a renowned school in Vienna and toured extensively
  • Credited with influencing modern dance development