Gerda

Gerda Meaning & Origin

About Gerda
The name "Gerda" is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse name "Gerðr." It means "protected" or "guarded." Gerda is a feminine name that carries connotations of strength, resilience, and security. It is often associated with individuals who are determined, independent, and capable of overcoming challenges.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Gerda are female.

Gerda Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KRT
🗽 NYSIIS
GA
🔊 Soundex
G0630
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
G ER1 D AH0
🌐 IPA
/ˈgərdə/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KRT', 'JRT')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
G630

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Gerda in Braille

Here's how to represent Gerda in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Gerda in braille

How to Spell the Name Gerda in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Gerda using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Gerda in sign language

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