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Godfrey
BoyMeaning of Godfrey: Germanic: 'peace of God'
Godfrey is a boy's name most strongly associated with German naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 7364th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#7364
10 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
3,245
First recorded 1880 · peak 1918
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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