Geoffrey
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Geoffrey
Geoffrey derives from the Germanic name Gottfried, composed of "gott" (god) and "fried" (peace), meaning "God's peace" or "divine peace." The name was popularized in England and France during the Norman period following 1066, becoming particularly prominent through notable historical figures like Geoffrey of Monmouth and Geoffrey Chaucer.
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Etymology
Geoffrey derives from the Germanic name Gottfried, composed of "gott" (god) and "fried" (peace), meaning "God's peace" or "divine peace." The name was popularized in England and France during the Norman period following 1066, becoming particularly prominent through notable historical figures like Geoffrey of Monmouth and Geoffrey Chaucer.
Geoffrey currently ranks #3,599 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1975.
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