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Origin: Scandinavian

Meaning: Garden, enclosure; Strong with the spear, brave with a spear

Despite its short spelling, Gerd holds a wealth of character. Gerd finds its home in Dutch and Scandinavian languages; its gender usage is fluid depending on the roots you favor. As a masculine name, Gerd stems from the German Gerard, interpreted as “strong with a spear” or “brave with a spear” for your little warrior. Gerd’s Old Norse origin makes it a feminine title, introducing gentleness and serenity with the endearments “garden” and “enclosure.” In Norse mythology, Gerd is the name of a gorgeous woman and jötunn, a member of the race of giants, with whom the lovesick god Freyr fell deeply infatuated. Certainly not one to be underestimated, Gerd suits the courageous baby with an enormous heart.