Germain
Germain is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Brotherly, relative, or person from Germany.
Origin and history
Germain is a traditional French masculine name derived from the Latin 'Germanus', historically meaning 'brother' or 'from Germany'. While historically common in French-speaking regions, it has remained a relatively rare given name in the United States. It offers a classic, vintage appeal with strong European roots.
Popularity in the United States
992 babies in the United States have been named Germain since 1880. It ranks #3690 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- CA (75.2 %)
- NY (14.5 %)
- TX (6.9 %)
- MN (3.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 61 |
| 1930-1940 | 53 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 187 |
| 1980-1990 | 197 |
| 1990-2000 | 191 |
| 2000-2010 | 140 |
| 2010-2019 | 95 |
| 2020-2029 | 18 |
Famous people named Germain
- Germain Greer: Writer, Academic
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Latin word 'germanus', which means 'brother' or 'having the same parents'.
- Saint Germain of Paris founded the famous abbey that later became the Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés.