Question: is gertrude a german name?
Answer: Gertrude (also spelled Gertrud) is a female given name which is derived from Germanic roots that meant "spear" and "strength". "Trudy", originally a diminutive of "Gertrude," has developed into a name in its own right. In German-speaking countries, Gertraud (pronounced Ger-trowd) is a familiar variation of the name.