Geoff Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Geoff Name at a Glance

Name	Geoff
Meaning	Diminutive of Jeffrey: Derived from one of three Old German names, meaning: district, traveler, or peaceful pledge.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Geoff Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Geoff means “Diminutive of Jeffrey: Derived from one of three Old German names, meaning: district, traveler, or peaceful pledge”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Geoff Name Origin

Our database records Geoff under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Geoff a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Geoff is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Geoff

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