German Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity

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German is a great name for a baby to show respect for their heritage. This name is a reference to the European country it comes from, but it also means “brotherly,” which makes it a great choice if the baby has siblings. This name comes from a long line of languages, starting with Spanish and French and ending with the Latin word Germanus. As a given name, it was first used to refer to someone with German roots or ties to countries where German is spoken. With a name like this, we’re sure that baby will have all the warmth, kindness, and love of a sibling.

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Sibling Name Ideas

Are you trying to find a sibling name for German? Great choices include the following:

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HeinrichGisbert
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