Trudie
Trudie is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Strength of a spear, or beloved warrior.
Origin and history
Trudie is a traditional diminutive of Gertrude, stemming from Germanic roots that mean strength and spear. While popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it is now an uncommon vintage choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,148 babies in the United States have been named Trudie since 1880. It ranks #3170 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2094.
States where it is most popular
- GA (29.8 %)
- TX (23.1 %)
- CA (13.4 %)
- AL (12.5 %)
- PA (2.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 44 |
| 1890-1900 | 132 |
| 1900-1910 | 211 |
| 1910-1920 | 401 |
| 1920-1930 | 375 |
| 1930-1940 | 239 |
| 1940-1950 | 518 |
| 1950-1960 | 535 |
| 1960-1970 | 371 |
| 1970-1980 | 194 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 13 |
| 2000-2010 | 16 |
| 2010-2019 | 12 |
| 2020-2029 | 7 |
Famous people named Trudie
- Trudie Styler: Actress, Producer
Fun facts
- Trudie originated as an affectionate short form for Gertrude, a name composed of Germanic elements for 'spear' and 'strength'.
- The name had its highest U.S. usage in the early to mid-20th century and remains a rare antique option today.