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Gerda

Pronunciation: [ g-ERD-uh ]

Girl Name #24,258 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Gerda is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced g-ERD-uh.

Parents who love the name Gerda often also consider Gertrude, Georgia, Genevieve .

Popularity Over Time

#24,258
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#24,258
Total SSA Count
7

Nicknames

Ger Gey Gerie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gerda

Is Gerda a boy or girl name?
Gerda is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Gerda?
Gerda is pronounced g-ERD-uh.
How popular is the name Gerda?
Gerda is currently ranked #24258 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Gerda?
Common nicknames for Gerda include Ger, Gey, and Gerie.
Is Gerda a common or rare name?
Gerda is an uncommon name, ranked #24258 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Gerda

Gerda is a girl name .

Gerda is currently ranked #24,258 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Gerda include Ger, Gey, and Gerie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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