Gerhart

Patronymic

Meaning

A surname derived from the Germanic personal name Gerhard, meaning 'spear-brave' or 'spear-strong.'

Etymology

Derived from Old High German 'ger' (spear) and 'hart' (brave, strong). The surname developed as a patronymic from the given name Gerhard, which was popular in Germanic regions.

About the Gerhart Surname

A German surname with roots in medieval Germanic naming traditions. The name reflects the popularity of the given name Gerhard in German-speaking communities.

Distribution

Primarily found in German-speaking regions, with some distribution in North America.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Gerhart Surname

Fannie Gerhart