Trudy
Trudy is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Spear of strength.
Origin and history
Trudy is a traditional name derived as a diminutive of Gertrude, originating from Germanic roots meaning spear of strength. It was moderately popular in the mid-20th century in the United States and is currently used less frequently. Today, it offers a vintage, classic charm for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
25,623 babies in the United States have been named Trudy since 1880. It ranks #905 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1947.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.2 %)
- PA (8.1 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 19 |
| 1900-1910 | 64 |
| 1910-1920 | 230 |
| 1920-1930 | 367 |
| 1930-1940 | 756 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,196 |
| 1950-1960 | 8,348 |
| 1960-1970 | 5,923 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,200 |
| 1980-1990 | 664 |
| 1990-2000 | 290 |
| 2000-2010 | 205 |
| 2010-2019 | 207 |
| 2020-2029 | 154 |
Famous people named Trudy
- Trudy Marshall: Actress
Fun facts
- Trudy originally evolved as a friendly German and English nickname for the name Gertrude.
- The name enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s.