Boy
Godfrey
God's peace, divine peace
About Godfrey
Godfrey exudes a timeless dignity that stands out in any gathering. Distinguished yet approachable, this name carries a sense of quiet leadership and trustworthiness.
When parents choose Godfrey, they often find their son grows into a thoughtful individual with a natural ability to bring people together. The name has an enduring quality that works equally well in professional settings and casual environments.
Godfrey balances traditional values with contemporary relevance, allowing the bearer to navigate various social circles with ease. It's a name that commands respect without demanding it, suggesting both intelligence and kindness in equal measure.
Popularity of the Name Godfrey
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #654 | ||
| 1881 | #622 | ||
| 1883 | #613 | ||
| 1884 | #678 | ||
| 1885 | #617 | ||
| 1886 | #620 | ||
| 1887 | #708 | ||
| 1888 | #566 | ||
| 1889 | #919 | ||
| 1890 | #693 | ||
| 1892 | #893 | ||
| 1893 | #724 | ||
| 1895 | #714 | ||
| 1896 | #796 | ||
| 1897 | #749 | ||
| 1898 | #678 | ||
| 1899 | #743 | ||
| 1900 | #865 | ||
| 1904 | #703 | ||
| 1905 | #680 | ||
| 1906 | #657 | ||
| 1909 | #915 | ||
| 1912 | #743 | #119 | |
| 1913 | #887 | ||
| 1914 | #873 | ||
| 1915 | #919 | ||
| 1917 | #812 | #134 | |
| 1918 | #776 | ||
| 1919 | #921 | #133 | |
| 1920 | #918 | ||
| 1921 | #950 | ||
| 1923 | #919 | ||
| 1925 | #990 | ||
| 1926 | #937 | ||
| 1947 | #971 | ||
| 1948 | #936 | #185 | |
| 1907 | #114 | ||
| 1928 | #151 | ||
| 1966 | #242 | ||
| 1969 | #313 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Godfrey
Names Similar to Godfrey
Nicknames for Godfrey
- God
- Gody
- Fred
- Freddy
