Germain Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjer-MAN / /ʒɛʁ.mɛ̃/French; Latin
Meaning
French: brother; Latin: germinate
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Germain has roots in both French and Latin. In French culture, it is often associated with the meaning of 'brother.' The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its usage in Christian contexts. It has also been popular in regions influenced by French culture.
Trend Summary
The name Germain has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Germain
International Variants
- Germaine (French)
- Germano (Italian)
- Gerardo (Spanish)
Famous people named Germain
Germain de Brie, a French composer known for his contributions to Renaissance music.
Germain Lacasse, a Canadian politician who served in the Quebec National Assembly.
Germain Boffrand, a French architect recognized for his work in the Rococo style.
Germain Pire, a Belgian artist known for his contemporary works.
Fictional characters named Germain
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Germain was first seen in the United States in 1913. Germain has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Germain has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Germain (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 30 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |