Godefroy

A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1714US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
How to pronounce Godefroy
gawd-frwa
/gawd-frwa/ · · 3 syllables
A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name

What does Godefroy mean and where does it come from?

Godefroy is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Godefroy carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1714 in 2015 — currently #1714 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Godefroy?

Godefroy works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Godefroy Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Godefroy Rose
Floral · soft ending
Godefroy Mae
Sweet · timeless
Godefroy Claire
French influence · crisp
Godefroy Jane
Literary · strong
Godefroy Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Godefroy right now?

Holding steady — currently #1714 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1714 · Top 1.3%
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2023#171410stable
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💎Godefroy is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Godefroy?

ENGLISH
GeoffJeffJep
ITALIAN
Fredo
ENGLISH
JeffersonJepson

Famous people named Godefroy

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Godefroy (historical community leader)
Godefroy led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Godefroy (historical community leader)
Godefroy led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Common questions about the name Godefroy

What does the name Godefroy mean?
Godefroy means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Godefroy?
Godefroy is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Godefroy?
Godefroy originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Godefroy?
Godefroy pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Godefroy a common or rare name?
Godefroy is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.