German Baby Names
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German baby names are popular worldwide for their unique sound and meaningful translations. The German language is known for its rich history and cultural significance, which is reflected in the names that are commonly used for babies.

German baby names and meanings are one of the most popular topics on the internet. And for good reason. So, what are the best baby names and meanings for a German baby? we are here to help you out.

Unique 100 German Girl names

We have listed the most popular and unique German baby girl names we hope this will help you a lot

  • Alberte (Noble, bright)
  • Amara (Everlasting, immortal)
  • Annika (Graceful)
  • Carlotta (Free man)
  • Colette (Victorious people)
  • Edeltraud (Noble truth)
  • Felice (Happy)
  • Frieda (Peaceful)
  • Gesine (Pure, genuine)
  • Hadwig (Battle)
  • Imke (Ever-young)
  • Jetta (Diminutive of Josephine)
  • Karoline (Strong)
  • Lærke (Lark)
  • Lenore (Light)
  • Lisette (God is my oath)
  • Luise (Famous warrior)
  • Marlene (Sea lover)
  • Mathilde (Mighty battle)
  • Nike (Victory)
  • Oda (Wealthy)
  • Pauline (Small)
  • Romy (remembrance)
  • Saskia (Saxon)
  • Thekla (Glory of God)
  • Ulrike (Powerful)
  • Vera (Truth)
  • Wilma (Resolute protector)
  • Ylva (She-wolf)
  • Zita (Desired)
  • Sidsel (Beautiful sight)
  • Svea (Sweden)
  • Theda (Gift of God)
  • Freya (Noble woman)
  • Gesche (Favored by God)
  • Heidi (Noble kind)
  • Isolde (Ice ruler)
  • Jolanda (Violet)
  • Karla (Strong man)
  • Lieselotte (God’s grace)
  • Magdelene (Tower)
  • Mechthild (Powerful in battle)

Top 100 German Boy Names

The best way to figure out what means the most to you is to research names. You can find many German baby names that make sense to you.

  • Alexander
  • Benjamin
  • Constantin
  • David
  • Elias
  • Felix
  • Gabriel
  • Hannes
  • Ivo
  • Jonas
  • Kilian
  • Lennard
  • Maximilian
  • Niklas
  • Ole
  • Philipp
  • Raphael
  • Sebastian
  • Thilo
  • Valentin
  • Anton
  • Bastian
  • Daniel
  • Erik
  • Fabian
  • Gregor
  • Henrik
  • Jakob
  • Konrad
  • Lukas
  • Moritz
  • Nils
  • Oskar
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Tobias
  • Vincent
  • William
  • Adrian
  • Benedikt
  • Christian
  • Emil
  • Florian
  • Gustav
  • Hendrik
  • Jan
  • Karl
  • Leo
  • Matthias
  • Noah
  • Oscar
  • Peter
  • Roman
  • Samuel
  • Theodor
  • Viktor
  • Xaver
  • Yannick
  • Zacharias
  • Armin
  • Bruno
  • Caspar
  • Dominic
  • Ferdinand
  • Georg
  • Heinrich
  • Julius
  • Lorenz
  • Nikolaus
  • Otto
  • Richard
  • Stefan
  • Ulrich
  • Wolfgang
  • Albert
  • Bernhard
  • Christoph
  • Dietrich
  • Ernst
  • Friedrich
  • Gottfried
  • Johann
  • Klaus
  • Ludwig
  • Martin
  • Norbert
  • Oswald
  • Reinhard
  • Siegfried
  • Uwe
  • Werner

German baby names and meanings

German names often have strong, distinctive sounds and are rooted in Germanic mythology and history. Many German names have religious connotations and are derived from saints or biblical figures.

German Baby Names Start with A

  • Adalheidis – Noble and kind
  • Adelbert – Noble and bright
  • Alaric – Ruler of all
  • Aldo – Old and wise
  • Alfred – Elf counselor
  • Alwin – Noble friend
  • Armin – Warrior or soldier
  • Alois – Famous warrior
  • Anselm – God’s helmet or protection
  • Arnold – Eagle power
  • August – Great or venerable
  • Axel – Father of peace
  • Albert – Noble and bright
  • Andreas – Manly or brave
  • Anton – Priceless or invaluable

German Baby Names Start with B

  • Benjamin – “Son of the right hand”
  • Bruno – “Brown” or “bear”
  • Benedikt – “Blessed”
  • Bastian – “Venerable” or “revered”
  • Bernd – “Brave as a bear”
  • Bernhard – “Brave bear”
  • Birger – “Rescue” or “help”
  • Boris – “Battle” or “fighter”
  • Bertram – “Bright raven”
  • Balthasar – “Protect the king”
  • Benedict – “Blessed”
  • Bodo – “Messenger”
  • Bernhard – “Brave bear”
  • Bertil – “Bright” or “shining”
  • Björn – “Bear”

German Baby Names Start with C and D

  • Carl – “Free man”
  • Clemens – “Merciful” or “gentle”
  • Christoph – “Bearer of Christ”
  • Curt – “Bold” or “brave”
  • Conrad – “Bold counselor” or “brave advisor”
  • Christian – “Follower of Christ”
  • Claus – “victory of the people”
  • Clemens – “Merciful” or “gentle”
  • Caspar – Variant of Jasper, which means “treasurer”
  • Constantin – “steadfast” or “constant”
  • Daniel – “God is my judge”
  • David – “Beloved”
  • Dominik – “Belonging to the Lord”
  • Dennis – “Wild” or “frenzied”
  • Diana – “Divine”
  • Dorothea – “Gift of God”
  • Dirk – “Ruler of the people”
  • Dieter – “People’s ruler”
  • Dietrich – “Ruler of the people”
  • Detlef – “People’s heritage”

German Baby Names Start with E and F

  • Emil – “Industrious” or “hardworking”
  • Erik – “Eternal ruler” or “ever powerful”
  • Eva – “Life” or “living one”
  • Elke – “Noble” or “noble kind”
  • Emilia – “Rival” or “eager”
  • Elias – “Yahweh is God” or “the Lord is my God”
  • Eberhard – “Brave as a wild boar”
  • Edda – “Great grandmother” or “poetry”
  • Elmar – “Famous nobleman” or “noble heritage”
  • Edda – “Great-grandmother” or “poetry”
  • Felix – “Happy” or “fortunate”
  • Friedrich – “Peaceful ruler”
  • Franz – “Free man” or “Frenchman”
  • Fabian – “Bean farmer”
  • Ferdinand – “Bold voyager” or “adventurous”
  • Florian – “Flowering” or “blossoming”
  • Frederick – “Peaceful ruler”
  • Fritz – “Peaceful ruler”
  • Frida – “Peace” or “beautiful”
  • Frank – “Free man” or “Frenchman”

German Baby Names Start with G and H

  • Gabriel – “God is my strength”
  • Gerhard – “Brave spearman” or “strong spear”
  • Giselle – “Pledge” or “hostage”
  • Greta – “Pearl”
  • Gustav – “Staff of the gods” or “royal staff”
  • Gisela – “Pledge” or “hostage”
  • Gerald – “Rule of the spear” or “ruler with the spear”
  • Gudrun – “God’s secret lore” or “divine knowledge”
  • Gideon – “Feller of trees” or “mighty warrior”
  • Gertrude – “Strength of the spear” or “spear maiden”
  • Heinz – “Home ruler”
  • Hans – “God is gracious”
  • Hilda – “Battle” or “warrior”
  • Helena – “Bright” or “shining light”
  • Hermann – “Soldier” or “warrior”
  • Hedwig – “Battle” or “contention”
  • Heiko – “Ruler of the home”
  • Hannelore – “God is gracious”
  • Hugo – “Mind” or “intellect”
  • Hubert – “Bright heart” or “intelligent”

German Baby Names Start with I, J & K

  • Ingrid – “Beautiful” or “fair”
  • Ilse – “Noble” or “gracious”
  • Irene – “Peace” or “peaceful”
  • Isabel – “God is my oath” or “pledged to God”
  • Ingo – “Protected by Yngvi” (a Norse god)
  • Inka – Possibly derived from the Inca people of South America
  • Imke – “Powerful” or “entire, whole”
  • Ingmar – “Famous Ing” or “famous leader”
  • Ilka – Diminutive of Ilsa or Ilse, meaning “noble”
  • Ivo – “Yew” or “archer”
  • Jakob – “Supplanter” or “one who follows”
  • Johann – “God is gracious”
  • Julian – “Youthful” or “downy-bearded”
  • Jonas – “Dove” or “peaceful being”
  • Jasper – “Treasure bearer”
  • Justus – “Just” or “fair”
  • Jannis – “Gift of God”
  • Juri – “Farmer” or “earthworker”
  • Jochen – “God is gracious”
  • Johannes – “God is gracious” (variant of Johann)
  • Kai – “Ocean” or “keeper of the keys”
  • Karl – “Free man” or “strong”
  • Klaus – “Victory of the people”
  • Kurt – “Courageous advice” or “brave counsel”
  • Konrad – “Brave counsel” or “bold advisor”
  • Kilian – “War” or “strife”
  • Karsten – “Anointed” or “follower of Christ”
  • Kristian – “Follower of Christ” or “Christian”
  • Kaspar – Variation of Caspar, meaning “keeper of the treasure”
  • Kuno – “Brave” or “bold”

German Baby Names Start with L and M

NameMeaning
Lamar
Lamarr
Lambart
Lara
Layla
Leia
Lena
Leon
Leonard
Leonie
Leopold
Leopolda
Leyna
Liezel
Lilac
Lilith
Lily
Lina
Lisette
Lola
Lorelei
Lorita
Lorraine
Lotte
Louis
Louisa
Louisa
Louise
Luana
Luna
Luther
Magnolia
Mahler
Mallory
Manfred
Mantel
Marcus
Mari
Maria
Marina
Martell
Mathilda
Matilda
Maud
Mayne
Melody
Mendie
Mikkel
Millicent
Millicent
Mina
Murphy
Myka		land
Famous land.
Light of land.
Protection
Dusk
Weary
Light
Lion
Lion-hearted
lion Leona
Bold
Bold leader
Little angel
God is beautiful
Bluish
Ghost
White flower
tender Its also a sh
Devoted to God
Sorrows
Alluring
Honor or victory
here Lothar dwells
Masculine
Great Knight,
Famous warrior
Famous in war
Warrior maiden
Graceful warrior
Moon
Warrior
Flower
Stain glassmaker
Army counseler
Man of peace
Cloak Bearer
Of Mars
Beloved
Biblical character Mary
From the sea
Warrior of Mars
Battle maiden, strength
Mighty in battle
Strength in battle
One Who is Powerful
Song
Little man
Someone whos like God
Industrious, strength
Work strength
Will
Sea warrior
Who resembles God?
German Baby Names Start with N, O, and P
NameMeaning
Nicko
Nikolaus
Nixie
Noah
Noelani
Norbert
Norberta
Oberon
Odelette
Odie
Olga
Olinda
Orlantha
Otto
Pandora
Paris
Penrod
Petra
Phoenix		God of Success
Victorious
Water sprite
Relaxation, Restful, Harmony
Heavenly mist
Blond hero
Blond hero
Noble bear
The guardian of Mankind
The Superman
Blessed or holy
Protector of property
From the land
Wealthy
All gifts
Wallet
Esteemed commander
Stone
Dark red
German Baby Names Start with R, S and T
NameMeaning
Raelyn
Rainah
Raquel
Raymond
Reiner
Renate
Rilla
Robbey
Robert
Robyn
Robyn
Rochelle
Roderica
Roderick
Roger
Roland
Rosamund
Royce
Ruby
Rudolph
Rune
Ryker
Saacha
Samara
Savannah
Schneider
Sejal
Senta
Serilda
Shivani
Sienna
Stephanie
Tena
Tessa
Theobold
Trinity
Trista
Truman		Protector
An advice giver
Innocent
Wise Protector
Counselor
To be born again
Brook
An achiever
Glory Bright
Bright
Famous
Little rock
Famous one
Famous Ruler
Famous spearman, quiet
From the famous land
Guardian
Roy’s Son
Red precious stone
Wolf
Secret
Rich
Defender
Gentle
Treeless plain
Tailor
Pure flowing water
Assistant
Armed maiden of war
Life and death’
Orange-red.
Crown
Strong
Reaper
The boldest
Referring to the Holy Trinity
Noisy
Spear of Strength
German Baby Names Start with U and V
NameMeaning
Ulla
Ursula
Valentina
Vanda
Vanetia		Mistress of all Again
Little female bear
Inspired by Saint Valentine
Warrior
The courage of a bear
German Baby Names Start with W and Z
NameMeaning
Walter
Wanda
Warner
Wendy
Wiley
Willa
William
Winola
Wren
Zada
Zelda
Zelda
Zelig
Zemirah		Powerful warrior
Wanderer
Defending army
Friend
Brilliant
Resolute protection
Protector
A charming, peaceful friend
Small bird
Someone who sows seeds
Gray warrior
Blessed or happy
The blessed one
Blessed or happy

Badass German Names 2023

Aothram
Asperht
Baldhere
Bertcaoz
Brunonia
Brynner
Caozperht
Carloman
Carola
Carolina
Caspar
Childeric
Clotilda
Clove
Coazmar
Cord
Cotahilt
Cuno
Deiter
Deoinga
Deonant
Deotolf
Diedrick
Diele
Dierk
Diotfrit
Diotmar
Donarad
Donarpreht
Eonolt		Everich
Everwin
Falatrude
Faramund
Farica
Felda
Feoht
Ferdinand
Florentin
Folderich
Foldulf
Fonsa
Franka
Franziska
Freuuihilt
Friedel
Frikkeo
Froihilt
Frouuihilt
Galatia
Gaucelm
Geldhart
Gozhilt
Haostarpald
Heldin
Horst
Ida
Ingeborg
Ingram
Irma		Irminperht
Isoard
Isolde
Itis
Jaeger
Joceran
Johan
Jürgen
Karl
Laura
Leohtilo
Leotholf
Luis
Maorolf
Mehthilt
Mistila
Naothart
Noathart
Paltar
Peradeo
Rihhilt
Ruodauui
Sahsin
Sconhari
Stefan
Ursula
Uualhin
Uualtni
Uuolfpero
Waltheri

In this context, the meanings behind German names can often convey strong virtues and values that parents may want to instill in their children. Whether you are looking for a traditional or modern name, German baby names offer a wide range of options with deep cultural and linguistic roots.

Popular German Names 1920s

Aotker
Aotperht
Aotuni
Arin
Baldor
Baldro
Burghard
Burkhard
Carl
Carolin
Carsten
Casper
Christina
Clarimonde
Claus
Cline
Coen
Cotafrit
Crescentia
Cunigunde
Dale
Deothilt
Deotrich
Dewitt
Didrika
Diudolf
Duringin
Eillanhilt
Ekkirih
Engilfrit
Eodunc
Eonhilt
Erchanfrit		Ermo
Erwin
Etzel
Falk
Faro
Farolf
Felicitas
Ferdi
Fiete
Foldet
Foldger
Franz
Freida
Frenchin
Fresin
Frida
Frieda
Friederike
Friedrich
Friso
Fritzi
Fuldoin
Gable
Galiena
Gaozrich
Gardwin
Günter
Hadubrant
Hans
Herideo
Hiltibrant
Holle
Huber		Huey
Huffman
Hugbald
Hugo
Hundolf
Ignatz
Irminrat
Irminsuind
Jaegar
Jessen
Johann
Klaus
Liutfrit
Liutpald
Meripirin
Muotrih
Nanna
Ospirin
Peiarin
Perhtni
Reod
Sigifrit
Sigifrith
Teoruni
Theodfrit
Traostilo
Uote
Uuolfleoz
Uwe
Vuldar
Vuldarniu
Vultrogotha
Walter

Old German Male Names

Adel
Adela
Adelaide
Adelbert
Adele
Adelheid
Adelheide
Adelisa
Adelita
Adelle
Alice
Amalia
Anneliese
Astrid
Bertha
Bertina
Birgit
Braun
Brenner
Brigitte
Carla
Caroline
Catrin
Christina
Claudia
Dirk
Dorothea
Duer
Durin
Eckhart
Edeltraud
Edith
Egon
Ehren
Einstein
Electelm
Elisabeth
Elke		Emmerich
Erick
Ermen
Freya
Gereon
Gertrud
Gisela
Hannelore
Heidi
Helga
Hilda
Hildegard
Ilse
Irma
Josef
Jung
Jutta
Kaiser
Karin
Karsten
Kaspar
Kathan
Katharina
Keller
Kern
Kiffen
Kirsten
Kyler
Lang
Lanter
Lanzo
Lisa
Luise
Margarethe
Margit
Maud
Melanie
Mendel		Mendie
Minze
Monika
Mueller
Nicole
Nivo
Norbert
Novak
Odilo
Othmar
Phiper
Porsche
Rafer
Ranulf
Rebecca
Rehn
Riquin
Rodo
Romy
Rupert
Ruta
Sabrina
Sarwin
Sibylle
Sigfrida
Stefanie
Tanja
Theudo
Tiguan
Ulf
Ulrich
Varick
Von
Waldemar
Waldron
Walthard
Ziggy
Zigmund
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Are there any modern German baby names that are gaining popularity?

Yes, many modern German baby names are becoming increasingly popular. Some examples include Mia, Noah, Leon, and Emilia.

What are some popular German baby names for boys and girls?

Some popular German baby names for boys include Alexander, Benjamin, Lukas, Maximilian, and Sebastian. Popular German baby names for girls include Anna, Emma, Lena, Maria, and Sophia.

What are some unique and culturally significant German baby names?

Explore a diverse range of German baby names, blending tradition and modernity, curated by NameIdeas.net. From timeless classics to trendy choices, find the perfect name for your little one.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed our blog post on German Baby Names. Many parents looking to name their little one a unique German name sometimes get overwhelmed. Our post is meant to help aid in that process.

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