Gerrit
Gerrit is a boy's name of Dutch origin.
Meaning
Brave with a spear or hard spear.
Origin and history
Gerrit is a traditional Dutch masculine name derived from Gerard, combining Germanic elements meaning spear and brave or hard. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, often associated with Dutch heritage or classic European naming traditions. It offers a distinct, historical alternative to more common names like Garrett.
Popularity in the United States
2,877 babies in the United States have been named Gerrit since 1880. It ranks #2416 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1856.
States where it is most popular
- MI (38.3 %)
- IA (27.2 %)
- CA (23.5 %)
- MN (4.1 %)
- NY (2.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 30 |
| 1910-1920 | 277 |
| 1920-1930 | 336 |
| 1930-1940 | 201 |
| 1940-1950 | 146 |
| 1950-1960 | 179 |
| 1960-1970 | 168 |
| 1970-1980 | 259 |
| 1980-1990 | 281 |
| 1990-2000 | 383 |
| 2000-2010 | 314 |
| 2010-2019 | 220 |
| 2020-2029 | 71 |
Famous people named Gerrit
- Gerrit Cole: Baseball Player, Athlete
- Gerrit Graham: Actor, Songwriter
- Gerrit Smith: Abolitionist, Politician
Nicknames
Ger, Garry
Fun facts
- Gerrit serves as the primary Dutch form of the ancient Germanic name Gerard.
- The name arrived in America with early Dutch settlers in the New Netherland colony during the 17th century.