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German — Baby Name Meaning and Origin

German is a boy's name of Germanic, Spanish origin. Germán is a Spanish name derived from the Germanic word 'germ', meaning 'spear', and 'mann', meaning 'man'. It represents a strong and warrior-like nature.

German

Letter: G
Boy

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Meaning of German:

Germán is a Spanish name derived from the Germanic word 'germ', meaning 'spear', and 'mann', meaning 'man'. It represents a strong and warrior-like nature. Germán is a name that signifies bravery, leadership, and determination. It is a name that reflects the qualities of a courageous and ambitious individual, one who is not afraid to face challenges and strive for success.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: Germanic, Spanish
  • US popularity: In 2022, 124 newborns in the United States were named German (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1991 with 304 babies.

Origin:

Germanic , Spanish

More names starting with G:

Gaabriel , Gaal , Gab , Gabanos , Gabbanelli , Gabbe , Gabbi , Gabbie , Gabbo , Gabbriel , Gabbriella , Gabbrielle

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Frequently asked questions about German

What does the name German mean?

Germán is a Spanish name derived from the Germanic word 'germ', meaning 'spear', and 'mann', meaning 'man'. It represents a strong and warrior-like nature. Germán is a name that signifies bravery, leadership, and determination.

What is the origin of the name German?

German is a boy's name of Germanic, Spanish origin.

Is German a boy or girl name?

German is commonly used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name German?

In 2022, 124 newborns in the United States were named German, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1991, with 304 babies given the name.

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