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Old High German names carry a rich cultural heritage and distinct phonetic character that makes them both memorable and meaningful.

Quick facts: Old High German names

  • Old High German names have a distinct phonetic and cultural identity
  • Many names of this origin appear in multiple Western name traditions
  • The meaning embedded in these names often reflects the culture’s core values
  • These names tend to age well — remaining readable across generations

Old High German Girl Names

19 girl names of Old High German origin — showing top 19

1
noble battle — from Adelgund
2
bright battle — from Berthild
3
armored warrior maiden
4
armored warrior maiden
5
armored warrior maiden
6
protected battle — from Burkhard
7
battle maiden
8
armed strength — from Ermenhild
9
wealthy ruler
10
battle maiden
11
battle, war — from Hedwig
12
healthy battle — from Heilwig
13
army strength — from Herwig
14
battle fortress
15
battle maiden
16
battle fortress
17
battle strength
18
battle maiden
19
warrior maiden

Old High German Boy Names

22 boy names of Old High German origin — showing top 22

1
spear of strength
2
bright strength
3
bear friend
4
brave counsel
5
brave warrior
6
brave wolf
7
brave, strong — from Einhard
8
strong falcon
9
folk army
10
peaceful and bold
11
spear and bold
12
spear strength — from Gerhard
13
spear ruler
14
spear ruler
15
God's peace
16
brave warrior
17
battle wolf
18
battle famous
19
hardy friend
20
brave strength
21
home bright
22
battle peace

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Old High German Unisex Names

12 gender-neutral names of Old High German origin — showing top 12

1
noble ruler
2
ruler of the people
3
peaceful ruler
4
wealthy guardian
5
strong falcon
6
peaceful strength
7
brave strength
8
brave warrior
9
battle-brave
10
ruler of the home
11
warrior — from Ingomar
12
strong, powerful