German
Male name · ↓ Falling
2,672
Total Births
1991
Peak Year
—
Rank 2023
1882
First Recorded
📋 About the Name German
German is a male name that was once widely popular but has declined in recent decades. It peaked during the 1990s with significant usage. Approximately 2,672 Americans have been given this name since 1880.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 9 births |
| 1960s | 22 births |
| 1970s | 233 births |
| 1980s | 518 births |
| 1990s | 962 births |
| 2000s | 928 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name German?
German has been given to 2,672 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1991 with 117 births that year.
Is German a boy or girl name?
German is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was German most popular?
German was most popular in 1991, when 117 babies were given this name. The name has been declining in popularity.
How old is the name German?
German first appeared in US records in 1882.