Gerthold

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1538US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile

What does Gerthold mean and where does it come from?

Gerthold is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gerthold carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1538 in 2015 — currently #1538 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gerthold?

Gerthold works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gerthold Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gerthold Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gerthold Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gerthold Claire
French influence · crisp
Gerthold Jane
Literary · strong
Gerthold Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gerthold right now?

Holding steady — currently #1538 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1538 · Top 1.1%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#153810stable
2022#153810stable
2021#153810stable
2020#153810stable
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💎Gerthold 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 Gerthold?

Common
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Famous people named Gerthold

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Gerthold (Byzantine leader)
Gerthold used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Gerthold (modern Greek athlete)
Gerthold brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Gerthold (Greek poet or artist)
Gerthold helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Gerthold (modern Greek athlete)
Gerthold brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Common questions about the name Gerthold

What does the name Gerthold mean?
Gerthold 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 Gerthold?
Gerthold 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 Gerthold?
Gerthold 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.
Is Gerthold a common or rare name?
Gerthold is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Gerthold more of a girl or boy name?
Gerthold is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.