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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ruler of the household
member of the Gauts (Germanic tribe)
dweller in the wild, untamed land
man, full-grown person
noble, exalted
mind, spirit, heart
elf ruler
mighty in battle
born in winter
resolute protector
peaceful ruler
ruler of the home
army man, soldier
noble, of noble kind
noble, kind
free man
whole, universal
shining, bright
of noble birth
Frankish person
brave advisor
son of Maud, mighty in battle
rest, repose
industrious ruler
pledge of peace
free woman, strong
warrior, army man
famous warrior
home ruler
work, industrious
spear strength, brave with the spear
army man, soldier
hardworking, industrious
famous warrior
noble, of noble birth
eagle, noble strength
strong spear-fighter
illustrious through nobility
will, desire (from Wilhelmina)
divine staff, royal pillar
rest (via Rocco)
ruler of the elves
glory of the land
brave lion, lion-strong
whole, universal, powerful
brave warrior (later folk etymology)
dark-haired, tawny
heart, mind settlement
God's peace, divine peace
hardworking, industrious
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