Find out how popular the first name Getty has been for the last 1 years (from 2011 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Getty by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Getty is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Getty.

The history of the first name Getty

The given name Getty has its origins rooted in ancient Germanic languages, with the earliest known records dating back to the 5th century AD. It is believed to be derived from the Old Germanic words "godi" or "guti," meaning "God" or "good." This suggests that the name may have initially held religious or spiritual significance.

In the early Middle Ages, the name was particularly prevalent among Germanic tribes such as the Goths, Vandals, and Franks, who had migrated and settled across various regions of Europe. It was during this period that the name began to spread and evolve into different variations and spellings, including "Getti," "Gettie," and "Gettye."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Codex Argenteus, a 6th-century manuscript containing a translation of the Bible into Gothic. Here, the name "Getti" is mentioned as a proper name, providing evidence of its usage among the Gothic people.

Throughout the centuries, the name Getty has been borne by several notable figures in history. One such individual was Getti of Reichenau (960-1022), a Benedictine monk and scholar from present-day Germany, who made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Getty of Antioch (1035-1110), a Syriac Orthodox bishop and theologian known for his influential writings on Christian doctrine and his efforts in preserving the Syriac language and culture.

In the 13th century, Getty de Joinville (1224-1317) was a French chronicler and biographer who accompanied King Louis IX on the Seventh Crusade. His memoirs, "Life of Saint Louis," provide a valuable historical account of the crusades and the reign of the French monarch.

During the Renaissance period, Getty von Buren (1492-1548) was a German humanist, scholar, and teacher who played a significant role in the spread of humanistic ideals and the promotion of classical education in Europe.

In more recent times, Getty Kasler (1915-2005) was an American artist and sculptor renowned for her abstract works and her contributions to the development of modern art in the United States.

While these are just a few examples, the name Getty has been carried by individuals across various cultures and eras, each leaving their mark on history in their own unique way.

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