Gotthardt

Gotthardt represents a variant spelling of Gotthard and carries the meaning "the strong in God." This name originates from the Old High German word got, meaning "God," and harti, meaning "firm, strong, hard." Furthermore, there are various alternative forms such as Godehard, Godhard, Godard, Görd, and Gottert.

What does the name Gotthardt mean?

The meaning of Gotthardt is "the strong in God" and is a spelling variant of the name Gotthard. It is made up of the Old High German elements got, meaning "God," and harti, meaning "firm, hard, strong." Additionally, there are other variants such as Godehard, Godhard, Godard, Görd, and Gottert.

Where does the name Gotthardt come from?

The name Gotthardt comes from Old High German and carries the meaning "the strong in God." The word parts consist of got = God and harti = firm, strong, hard. The origin is thus clearly Old High German.

How do you pronounce Gotthardt?

The pronunciation of Gotthardt is similar to that of Gotthard and is rendered as "Gott-hardt" [ˈɡɔthaʁt]. The additional t in the spelling enhances the impression of the name's strictness. Phonetically, the name offers a clear, precise ending, which makes Gotthardt appear even more closed and formal - powerful, compact, and characterized by clear determination.

When is the name day of Gotthardt?

The name day of Gotthardt is celebrated on May 5.

Popularity

In Germany, Gotthardt is relatively rare as a first name. In 2014, it ranked 3,829th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2012, reaching 3,479th. From 2010 to 2024, Gotthardt was given less than ten times in Germany, placing it at 7,742nd. In the last ten years, there have been no instances of the name being given to newborns.

Famous people

• Gotthardt Kuehl (German painter)