Germanic names built half the naming conventions in Northern Europe. William, Robert, Richard all trace back to Germanic roots. They're sturdy. They age well. They're not going anywhere.
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heart, mind
mighty in battle
little bird, desired
wise protector
resolute protector
yew tree
noble, bright
spear ruler
variant of Oswin or Ervin
work, industrious
universal ruler
noble, of noble birth
feminine form of Charles (free man)
gentle horse
bright, clear
lord of the estate, powerful at home
spear ruler
firebrand, sword blade
noble, noble kind
wise counsel and army
resolute, brilliant
shining from the north
noble
hollow stone, hollow hill
free woman
pledge, noble hostage
noble, of noble kind
sword, firebrand (Germanic etymology)
rest, repose
industrious, working, rival (via Germanic Amelia)
resolute protector, determined guardian
all, complete
counsel, decision
from the Frankish haigro (heron)
pledge, hostage
industrious leader's child
noble kind
noble, of the Goths
son of one with a bright mind
home strength, powerful ruler
industrious, hardworking
home ruler (short form of Henrietta)
industrious ruler
spear strength
powerful land-owner
whole, universal power
noble, of noble kind
joyful, playful one
bold war fighter
victorious protector
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