Gottfried
GOT-freed
Gottfried is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “A German name meaning 'God's peace' or 'peace of God'. It embodies religious themes.”, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Gottfried Means
“A German name meaning 'God's peace' or 'peace of God'. It embodies religious themes.”
The Story of Gottfried
Hear a name that carries the profound blessing of divine peace, a harmonious echo from ancient traditions.
Gottfried is a German name composed of 'Gott' (God) and 'fried' (peace), meaning 'God's peace' or 'peace of God'. It has religious undertones and its usage as a given name is recorded from at least 1913, peaking in 1918.
You imagine your son as a wise and reliable presence, someone who brings a steady calm to your life. This name suggests a person of deep faith and peace, a dependable soul who navigates life with quiet wisdom.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 1918
Total Births
115
First Recorded
1913
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