Gerrit
Meaning of Gerrit
The name Gerrit is a strong and timeless choice for boys, rooted in Dutch heritage. Pronounced as KHAYR-it (/ˈxɛi̯.rɪt/), Gerrit is a variation of the name Gerard, which means "brave with a spear" or "spear ruler." This name carries historical significance and has been borne by notable figures such as Gerrit Dou, a renowned Dutch Golden Age painter. While not extremely common in the United States, Gerrit has maintained a steady presence over the years, reflecting its enduring appeal. Its unique pronunciation and rich cultural background make it an excellent option for parents seeking a distinctive yet classic name for their son.
Pronunciation
Dutch
- Pronunced as KHAYR-it (/ˈxɛi̯.rɪt/)
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Notable People Named Gerrit
| Gerrit Smith was an American social reformer, abolitionist, businessman, and philanthropist who also ran for President and served in the House of Representatives. |
| Gerrit Alan Cole is a professional baseball pitcher for the New York Yankees, known for his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Houston Astros. |
| Gerrit Walter Gong is a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known for being the first apostle of Asian descent in the LDS Church. |
| Gerrit van Houten was a Dutch painter and artist known for his contributions to the art world. |
| Gerrit Rietveld was a renowned Dutch furniture designer and architect. |
| Gerrit Yates Lansing was a U.S. Representative from New York. |
| Gerrit Achterberg was a Dutch poet known for his early poetry about a longing to be reunited with a beloved in death. |
| Gerrit Verkuijl, also known as Gerrit Verkuyl, was a New Testament Greek scholar and Bible translator who emigrated from the Netherlands to the United States and pursued higher education, earning degrees from various institutions. |
| Gerrit van Poelje - Gerrit Abraham van Poelje was a prominent Dutch civil servant, lawyer, and Public Administration scholar, known as one of the key founders of the science of Public Administration in The Netherlands. |
| Gerrit van der Veen was a Dutch sculptor and member of the Dutch underground who resisted the German occupation of Amsterdam during World War II, helping Jews in practical and symbolic ways and producing false identity papers to aid those in need. |
| Gerrit Kouwenaar was a versatile Dutch journalist, translator, poet, and prose writer. |
| Gerrit Jan van Eijken, a Dutch composer, studied under his father and was the brother of another composer, Jan Albert van Eijken. |
| Gerrit de Hooch was a 17th-century Dutch painter known for his italianate landscapes, who lived and worked in The Hague. |
| Gerrit Battem, also known as Gerard van Battum, was a renowned Dutch landscape painter. |
| Gerrit Joseph Radstaak was a Canadian politician who served in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1967 to 1971 as a member of the Social Credit Party. |
