Gerd

Scandinavian

"enclosure, stronghold"

Gerd Origin and Meaning

The name Gerd is a girl's name.

Gerd is a feminine name with Germanic origins, derived from ancient Germanic elements meaning "protection" or "enclosure." The name is particularly common in Scandinavian countries and Germany, where it has been used for centuries. As a female name, Gerd is the feminine form of Gerhard, though it can also be used as a masculine name in some Nordic countries. In Norse mythology, Gerd was a beautiful frost giantess whom the god Freyr fell in love with, adding mythological significance to the name. While not widely used in English-speaking countries, Gerd maintains steady popularity in Northern European regions, appreciated for its brevity and strong consonant ending that gives it a distinctive sound.