Gunter
Scandinavian variation of Gunther
"bold warrior"
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Gunter Origin and Meaning
The name Gunter is a boy's name.
Gunter is a Germanic masculine name derived from the elements 'gund' meaning 'war' and 'hari' meaning 'army' or 'warrior'. It has historical significance in Germanic mythology and medieval literature, appearing in the Nibelungenlied as a Burgundian king. The name was popular in medieval Germany but became less common in modern times. Today, Gunter remains more prevalent in Germany, Austria, and other Germanic countries, though it's considered somewhat traditional. In English-speaking countries, it's relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive European flair. The name has variations including Günther, Günter, and Guenther.
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Famous People Named Gunter
- Günter BlobelGerman biologist
- Günter Wilhelm GrassGerman novelist
- Günter GuillaumeEast German spy
- Günter Theodor NetzerGerman footballer
- Günter SchabowskiEast German politician
- Günter VerheugenGerman politician
- Günter WallraffGerman journalist and author
- Günter WandGerman conductor and composer
- Günter WendtGerman aerospace engineer
- (Fritz) Gunter SachsGerman photographer and astrologist
The name Gunter in Pop Culture
- Gunterpenguin in animated series "Adventure Time"
- Dr. Gunter Janekfrom the movie "Sneakers"
- Guntercharacter from the video game "Fire Emblem Fates"