German Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGER-man / /ˈɡɜːr.mən/German
Meaning
warrior; brave with a spear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name German is derived from the Latin 'Germanus', which means 'brother' or 'related'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in German-speaking regions. The name reflects a strong warrior tradition, often associated with bravery and valor. It has historical significance in the context of the Germanic tribes of Europe.
Trend Summary
The name German has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Germán
International Variants
- Germán (Spanish)
- Germain (French)
Famous people named German
German Gref is a Russian businessman known for his role as the CEO of Sberbank.
German Pezzella is an Argentine professional footballer recognized for his defensive skills.
German Vargas Lleras is a Colombian politician who served as the Vice President of Colombia.
German Dario is a notable Colombian artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named German
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name German was first seen in the United States in 1882. German has ranked as high as #925 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Arizona, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name German has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for German (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 20 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 18 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 23 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 32 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 36 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1961 | 27 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1963 | 41 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 56 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 54 |
| 1970 | 58 |
| 1971 | 52 |
| 1972 | 64 |
| 1973 | 75 |
| 1974 | 71 |
| 1975 | 89 |
| 1976 | 77 |
| 1977 | 87 |
| 1978 | 88 |
| 1979 | 105 |
| 1980 | 107 |
| 1981 | 123 |
| 1982 | 116 |
| 1983 | 125 |
| 1984 | 117 |
| 1985 | 120 |
| 1986 | 105 |
| 1987 | 120 |
| 1988 | 147 |
| 1989 | 269 |
| 1990 | 269 |
| 1991 | 304 |
| 1992 | 243 |
| 1993 | 238 |
| 1994 | 252 |
| 1995 | 246 |
| 1996 | 258 |
| 1997 | 251 |
| 1998 | 210 |
| 1999 | 217 |
| 2000 | 255 |
| 2001 | 274 |
| 2002 | 226 |
| 2003 | 266 |
| 2004 | 215 |
| 2005 | 251 |
| 2006 | 237 |
| 2007 | 215 |
| 2008 | 247 |
| 2009 | 215 |
| 2010 | 187 |
| 2011 | 150 |
| 2012 | 165 |
| 2013 | 150 |
| 2014 | 161 |
| 2015 | 155 |
| 2016 | 171 |
| 2017 | 152 |
| 2018 | 161 |
| 2019 | 132 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2021 | 115 |
| 2022 | 124 |
| 2023 | 123 |
| 2024 | 102 |