Spear brave
Gerrit is the Dutch form of the Germanic name Gerard. It is composed of the elements 'ger', meaning spear, and 'hard', meaning brave, hardy, or strong. Historically popular in the Netherlands, it remains a distinctive choice in the United States.
Less common today
Gerrit isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,982 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
MLB All-Star pitcher
Dutch furniture designer and architect
American character actor and songwriter
American social reformer and abolitionist
