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Godfrey

“God's peace”

GOD-free Germanic origin 7 letters 2 syllables
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Godfrey

God's peace

Germanic

Name Details & Attributes

Origin

Syllables

2

About this name

Godfrey is a Germanic name combining god with frid, peace. Godfrey of Bouillon, a leader of the First Crusade, carried the name across medieval Europe.

It means "God's peace." Godfrey has a popularity score of 40 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is pronounced GOD-free. It has 2 syllables and 7 letters.

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What does the name Godfrey mean?

The name Godfrey means "God's peace."

What origin is the name Godfrey?

Godfrey is of Germanic origin.

Is Godfrey a boy or girl name?

Godfrey is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Godfrey?

Godfrey is pronounced GOD-free.

Is Godfrey popular?

Godfrey has a popularity score of 40 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue.

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