Werner Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Werner Name at a Glance

Name	Werner
Meaning	Defending warrior.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Werner Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Werner means “Defending warrior”. 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.

Werner Name Origin

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

Is Werner a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Werner

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