Gerth

Patronymic

Meaning

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

Etymology

Derived from Old High German 'ger' (spear) and 'hart' (brave, strong), or possibly a shortened form of Gerhard. The surname developed as a patronymic from Germanic given names.

About the Gerth Surname

A German surname with roots in medieval Germanic naming traditions. The name reflects the popularity of spear-related personal names in Germanic cultures.

Distribution

Found primarily in German-speaking regions, with some distribution in North America.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Gerth Surname

Arthur Gerth