Gerrie

Greek

"sacred name"

Gerrie Origin and Meaning

The name Gerrie is a boy's name.

Gerrie is a masculine name that functions as a diminutive form of Gerald or Gerard, though it's also occasionally used as a feminine variation of Gerry/Jerry. Of Germanic origin, it derives from elements meaning 'spear' and 'rule' or 'brave.' The spelling with 'ie' ending gives it a softer, more approachable quality than Jerry or Gerry. Most popular in the mid-20th century, Gerrie has a friendly, vintage charm that evokes the casual nicknaming style of that era. While uncommon as a formal given name, it maintains appeal as a nickname. The name's straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible, while its vintage quality gives it character. Though simple in structure, Gerrie carries the substantial meaning of its parent names, combining warmth with underlying strength.

Famous People Named Gerrie

• Gerardus Dominicus Hyacinthus "Gerrie" Mühren Dutch footballer
• Gerhardus Christian "Gerrie" Coetzee South African boxer
• Gerhard C. "Gerrie" Nel South African prosecutor
• Gerhardus Jacobus Labuschagné South African rugby union player
• Gerard Friedrich "Gerrie" Knetemann Dutch cyclist
• Gerrie Deijkers Dutch footballer
• Johannes Servaas "Gerrie" Germishuys South African rugby union player
• Gerrie Snyman Namibian cricketer
• Gerriet Postma Dutch painter