Gerta
Girl nameGerta has been given to 17 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1916.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
17
Peak year
1916 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gerta — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gerta.
Sibling name ideas for Gerta
Same era and popularity as Gerta, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gerta?
Gerta has been given to 17 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gerta peak?
Gerta peaked in 1916, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Gerta a girl or boy name?
Gerta is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Gerta are girls).
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