Gertrude vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gertrude

Girl #4,693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear of strength"

Origin: Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Gertrude Rank #4,693

Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #4693 for Gertrude.

Is Gertrude or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Gertrude at #4693 in the United States.

What do Gertrude and Richard mean?

Gertrude means "spear of strength" (Germanic origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Gertrude and Richard boy or girl names?

Gertrude is primarily a girl name. Richard is primarily a boy name.