Gelb (surname)

Gelb is a German surname meaning "yellow" and a nickname for man with red hair in Yiddish. People with the surname Gelb or Gelbs include:

• Arthur Gelb, former managing editor of The New York Times
• Bruce Gelb, an American businessman and diplomat
• Howe Gelb, an American musician
• Ignace Gelb (1907–1985), a Polish American ancient historian and Assyriologist
• Jerry Gelb, an actor, voice actor, and voice casting professional
• Lawrence M. Gelb (1898–1980), an American chemist
• Leslie H. Gelb (born 1937), former correspondent for The New York Times and current President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations
• Michael H. Gelb, a biochemist and professor at the University of Washington
• Michael J. Gelb, writer and trainer, specialising in personal development and corporate training seminars
• Peter Gelb (born 1953), an American arts administrator
• Richard L. Gelb (1924–2004), an American businessman
• Steve Gelbs (born c. 1986-1987), an American sports reporter