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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soft, tender
wolf's shield
yew wood, archer
pledge, hostage
son of the bright pledge
strong in work, industrious strength
ruler of peace
diminutive of Hans (John)
man of the people
free woman, strong woman
power of peace
eagle power, eagle ruler
free woman
young wolf
famous battle
desired, wished for
other, foreign
noble strength, eagle noble
bright serpent, wise one
heart, spirit
elf ruler
powerful and brave
strength in work, industrious
determined protector, will to protect
noble, of noble kind
wolf
eagle
noble and ready
lion strength, brave as a lion
man, husband (archaic)
peace power
will and fame
sunshine, happiness
devoted, consecrated
people's lord
whole, universal
bridegroom
noble, gracious
white, pure
eagle ruler
bold counsel, brave advisor
brave as a wild boar
famous grace, graceful warrior
land, territory
free woman
famous ruler
noble kind
gentle, tender (linden tree)
free woman
little hawk
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