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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
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
1880s9 births
1960s22 births
1970s233 births
1980s518 births
1990s962 births
2000s928 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.

⚡ Quick Facts
GenderMale
Total Births2,672
Peak Year1991
Peak Count117
2023 RankNot in top 1000
First Recorded1882
TrendFalling