German

Meaning spear warrior
Origin German
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ger-man

About German

A name that bridges European sophistication with contemporary American appeal, German carries an understated confidence that works beautifully in multicultural settings. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its crisp, two-syllable structure and its ability to stand out without demanding attention. The name has gained traction in recent years, particularly among families seeking something distinctive yet pronounceable across different languages. It offers a refreshing alternative to more common choices while maintaining professional versatility. German ages remarkably well, suiting both a curious toddler and a future business leader with equal grace. The name's balanced phonetics make it easy to spell and remember, eliminating the frustration many unique names create.

For families valuing international connections or European heritage, German provides meaningful resonance without feeling overly traditional or dated.

Variations of Name German

Hermann
Germain
Germaine
Germin
Germino

Nicknames for German

Germ
Manny
Jerry
G.M.
German

Famous People Named German

German EfromovichBolivian businessman
German GarmendiaChilean YouTuber
Germán LauroArgentine shot putter
German DenisArgentine footballer
Germán LuxArgentine footballer
German LegarretaMexican journalist
German KlimenkoRussian entrepreneur
German MorenoFilipino television host
Germán VillaMexican footballer
German PezzellaArgentine footballer
German PerillaColombian cyclist
German QuirogaMexican racing driver
Germán SánchezMexican diver
German WehrleAmerican politician
German MartinezMexican politician
German WongPeruvian volleyball player
Germano CelantItalian art critic
Germano MosconiItalian journalist
Germán PascualSpanish singer
German PopovRussian boxer

Characters Named German

German DiorioCharacter from the TV series "Hollywood Heights"
German MorenoCharacter from the film "Spanish Affair"
German LarreaCharacter from the TV series "El Señor de los Cielos"
German SterligovCharacter from the video game "Metro 2033"
German GonzalezCharacter from the TV series "Élite"
German TorresCharacter from the film "Che - Part Two"
German HawthorneCharacter from the TV series "Twin Peaks"
German BarbosaCharacter from the film "Sin Nombre"
German QuietoCharacter from the TV series "Ingobernable"
German NikitinCharacter from the film "The Saragossa Manuscript"
German ZitzewitzCharacter from the film "The Baader Meinhof Complex"
German FrentzenCharacter from the film "Rush"
German ZeppoCharacter from the TV series "Grimm"