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Anshelm is a masculine Germanic name derived from the elements 'ans' meaning 'god' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection,' thus translating to 'divine protection' or 'protected by God.' It represents …

Annaliese is a distinctly German smoosh name that's found some popularity in the US, especially with the simpler spelling Annalise. Annalise is among the Top 1000, given to about …

Varin was derived from the Germanic tribe name Varni, who took their name from a word meaning "to defend." Varin was used in the Middle Ages, along with the variation …

Striking Finnish form of the Germanic name Walter, most famously borne today by F1 driver Valtteri Bottas.

A French variation of the Germanic Tancred, Tancrède appears in the title of a play by Voltaire and an opera by André Campra, both written in the 18th-century. Real …

Also spelled Sigfrid, this hefty German name has an appropriately majestic meaning: "victorious peace". Fittingly, a famous bearer was the English World War I poet and pacifist Siegfried Sassoon. Sassoon …

Runes are symbols in ancient Germanic alphabets. They are often viewed as mysterious and therefore as a name, Rune imparts a feeling of folkloric mystery. As intriguing as that might …

Romaric was derived from the German elements hrôm, meaning "fame," and rîcja, "strong." It's the name of an obscure Frankish saint who left his life as a courtier to …

Nehalennia is a Celtic or Germanic goddess depicted with marine symbols, as well as a companion dog at her feet.

Ultimately derived from the Old Germanic Meginhard, Meindert is a Dutch form, with the same strong, hardy meaning. Notable bearers have included the 17th-century landscape artist Meindert Hobbema, musician …

Though it's close to the German and French form of Matthew, Mathis, this name of the great artist can work as well for girls.

The Welsh form of the German Baldwin avoids that unappealing first syllable.

English form of the Ancient Germanic name Chlodochar, modernized as Lothar. This was the name of a 9th-century Frankish king, the son of Louis I, who ruled the region …

Well used throughout The Netherlands, Germany, Norway, and Denmark, Lasse is a variation of Laurence, typically used as a nickname for the related Lars. While English speakers may be tempted …

Popular form of John in Germany. Just remember to pronounce it YAHN-nik, which most English-speakers won't. Jannick is another spelling.

A Lithuanian variant of the German Hedwig, Jadvyga may be compared to the Polish Jadwiga. Meaning "battle, combat, war", it is a strong sounding choice, that has been notably borne …

Isambard is derived from Old German Isanbert, meaning "bright iron" or "famous iron". Its most famous bearer, rather fittingly, is the 19th century British civil engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, noted …

Heinz has become a cartoonish German name, prone to ketchup teasing.

A preppy surname of hidden German origin that would fit right in with currently trendy s-ending boy names like Brooks and Hayes, Haines ultimately comes from the name Hagen …

Like Greta, Gretchen is a German Margaret diminutive that has become an American quasi-classic, though not much used today, having dropped off the list in 2009. She was at …

A rare name from Archaic Germanic that is rarely used nowadays, Godwin is the Germanic variant of Anglo-Saxon Godwine. Also used as a surname, it may be a bit …

Genevieve is derived from the Germanic medieval name Genovefa, or Kenowefa, which consists of the elements kuni, meaning "kin", and wefa, meaning "woman." The medieval saint Genevieve, patroness of Paris …

Spelling variation more popular in Germany than the original, which is also well-used there.

A short form of Old Germanic names starting with the element fulc "people". Variants include Fulk, Fulke and Folke.

One of the most familiar German names, with an upright Prussian image. Friedrich might just have been out for long enough to start coming back in.

Either a Frisian nickname for Germanic names with the "folk-" element or a French surname name, Fosse could work for parents who like short and unexpected names.

Fiete is an extremely popular German name for boys that has not migrated to the English-speaking world. But it ranks among Germany's Top 100 boy names.

Much more niche and obviously Germanic than its anglicised cousins Everard and Everett, but with the same strong meaning. Eberhard is hardly ever used in the US - it's only …

An Anglicized form of the German occupation surname Brauer, Breyer is associated with manufacturing beer. With this spelling however, it makes a more last-name-as-given-name spin on …

Predominantly used in Austria, Southern Germany, and Switzerland, Amrei can be viewed as both a contracted form of the classic Annemarie, and as a smoosh name in its own right …

Friendlier french form of ancient Germanic royal name Amalric or Emmerich.

Alwin is a name with Germanic origins that traditionally serves as a masculine name but has seen occasional feminine usage. Derived from the elements 'adal' meaning noble and 'win' meaning …

More familiar perhaps than its Germanic relative, Agnaldo blends the elements agin and walt meaning "blade, edge" and "power, authority" respectively. A Top 1000 in Brazil since the beginning of …

Achim can be considered a German short form of the Biblical Joachim, though it can also be a name in its own right. It means "he will establish" or "he …

Derived from the German Heimirich, Henry means "home ruler" and like many classic names, it has a wide range of international variations, feminizations, familiar diminutives, modern spins, and surname descendants …

Names with French, German, Greek, Irish, Italian, Latin, Scottish, Spanish, or Welsh origins that have been on the SSA list for at least 50 years.

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Yvo is a masculine name with Germanic and Dutch origins, functioning as a variant of Ivo. The name derives from ancient Germanic elements meaning 'yew' or 'archer,' reflecting the importance …

Xaver is a masculine name with German and Bavarian origins, functioning as a variant of Xavier. The name ultimately derives from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'the new house …

Wylmer is a masculine name with Germanic roots, likely a variant spelling of Wilmer. The name combines the ancient Germanic elements 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'mar' meaning 'famous …

Wulfe is a masculine name with Germanic origins, representing a modern variant of the traditional name Wolf or Wolfe. The name directly connects to the wolf animal, symbolizing strength, loyalty …

Wolter is a masculine name of Germanic and Dutch origin, functioning as a variant of Walter or Wouter. The name derives from the Old German elements 'wald' meaning 'rule' or …

Wolfgango is a masculine name with Germanic origins, representing an Italian variation of Wolfgang, which combines the elements "wolf" and "path/journey," essentially meaning "wolf's path" or "traveling wolf …

Woldemar is a masculine name of Germanic origin, a variant of the name Vladimir or Waldemar. It combines the elements 'wald' or 'wold' meaning 'rule' or 'power' with 'mar' or …

Wirt is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from ancient words meaning "worthy" or "deserving." It may also have roots as an occupational surname for an innkeeper or host …

… was Winfried), the feminine Winfrieda remains quite rare. The name has seen limited use in Germanic-speaking countries and regions with strong Germanic influence. Its somewhat formal and traditional sound …

Windell is a masculine name of Germanic origin, representing a variant spelling of Wendell. The name derives from the Germanic elements 'wandal' and 'dal,' roughly translating to 'wanderer' or 'voyager …

Wilm is a masculine name with Germanic origins, serving as a shortened form of the name Wilhelm (the German equivalent of William). It derives from elements meaning "will, desire" and …

Willmer is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning "determined" or "resolute" and "famous." It developed as a variant of the name Wilmer, which began as a …

Willmar is a masculine name of Germanic origin, combining elements meaning "determined" or "resolute" (will) with "famous" or "renowned" (mar). This strong, distinctive name carries connotations of leadership and determination …