Gerling
Gerling is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from a diminutive form of the given name Gerhard, which means "brave spear." Alternatively, it may have originated as a topographic name, referring to someone who lived near a "ger" or "gerring," which can denote a steep, wooded slope or a type of spear-shaped stone. The name is found in various spellings throughout German-speaking countries and has spread to other parts of the world through emigration.
Notable individuals with the surname Gerling include Robert Gerling, a German insurance magnate who founded the