Gerlinde
“A Greek name with cultural significance”
Greek origin · Unisex name
#1986US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile
How to pronounce Gerlinde
gew-lin-də(german),kher-lin-də(dutch)
/gew-lin-də(german),kher-lin-də(dutch)/ · · 3 syllables
“A Greek name with cultural significance”
Greek origin · Unisex name
What does Gerlinde mean and where does it come from?
Gerlinde is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Gerlinde carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1986 in 2015 — currently #1986 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Gerlinde?
Gerlinde works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Gerlinde Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gerlinde Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gerlinde Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gerlinde Claire
French influence · crisp
Gerlinde Jane
Literary · strong
Gerlinde Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Gerlinde right now?
Holding steady — currently #1986 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Gerlinde is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Gerlinde?
Common
GerGeInde
Famous people named Gerlinde
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Gerlinde (modern Greek athlete)
Gerlinde brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Gerlinde (Greek poet or artist)
Gerlinde helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Gerlinde (ancient philosopher)
Gerlinde bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Gerlinde (Greek mythological figure)
Gerlinde carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
What names sound and feel like Gerlinde?
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How is Gerlinde written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Gerlinde
What does the name Gerlinde mean?
Gerlinde means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gerlinde?
Gerlinde is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gerlinde?
Gerlinde originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gerlinde?
Gerlinde pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gerlinde a common or rare name?
Gerlinde is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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