German Origin baby names

Names tagged with “German Origin” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.

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7 names

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Lorelai
Literary
93
Lorelai is primarily a literary name popularized by the German folk tale of Lorelei, a siren-like figure on the Rhine River. It may derive from Old High German elements meaning 'lure' or 'allure.'
Messer
Germanic
84
One who wields a knife or blade; from German 'Messer' meaning knife, originally an occupational surname for a cutler or metalworker.
Kruse
Germanic
40
From German 'Krause' meaning 'curly' or 'wavy', referring to curly hair or a curly-haired person
Kiefer
Celtic
40
From Middle High German 'Küfer', referring to a cooper or barrel maker. Also potentially connected to Celtic roots meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.
Fritz
Germanic
30
Short form of Friedrich, from Old High German 'frithu' (peace) and 'rīhhi' (ruler). Means 'peaceful ruler'.
Ziel
Germanic
10
From German 'Ziel' meaning 'goal' or 'target', reflecting purpose and direction.
Eisen
Germanic
10
From German 'Eisen' meaning 'iron', symbolizing strength, durability, and industrial heritage

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024