Godfrey
GOD-free
Godfrey is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “From the Germanic name *Godfridus, meaning 'God's peace'.”. It currently ranks #10205 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Godfrey Means
“From the Germanic name *Godfridus, meaning 'God's peace'.”
The Story of Godfrey
Imagine a knight named Godfrey, a leader of the First Crusade, carrying a name that means 'God's peace' through one of history's most tumultuous eras.
Godfrey is a name of Germanic origin, stemming from the elements 'god' and 'frid,' meaning 'God's peace.' It was a prominent name among medieval nobility, famously borne by Godfrey of Bouillon, a leader of the First Crusade who became the first ruler of the Kingdom of Jerusalem. The name spread through the Frankish realms and into England following the Norman Conquest, carrying with it connotations of nobility and divine protection.
When you consider the name Godfrey for your son, you might feel the quiet solidity of a strong foundation. It’s a name that doesn't demand attention but earns respect through its steady presence. Writing 'Godfrey' on a birth certificate feels like inscribing a pledge of honor and a sense of secure calm, a peace that you wish to bestow upon him.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Godfrey of Bouillon
A leader of the First Crusade.
Godfrey Cambridge
American comedian and actor.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#71 in 1918
Total Births
3,236
First Recorded
1880
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