German Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

German Name at a Glance

Name	German
Meaning	Warrior.
Origin	Spanish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name German Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, German means “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.

German Name Origin

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

Is German a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name German

When considering German for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.