Geoffrey
Geoffrey is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Norman French origin, meaning “Usually explained as 'peace'”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as 'peace' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Norman French |
| Pronunciation | JEF-ree |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Geoffrey
Geoffrey came to England with the Normans as Geoffroi, from the Germanic Gaufrid or Godafrid. The second part is frid, 'peace'; the first is debated and may mean 'territory', 'traveller' or 'God', which is why the meaning is often given loosely as 'God's peace'. Famous bearers include Geoffrey Chaucer, author of The Canterbury Tales, and the chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth.
Is Geoffrey a Christian name?
Geoffrey is a medieval Christian name in England and France, though not biblical; it is used today as a general name.
How popular is Geoffrey?
Familiar for older generations in the English-speaking world; uncommon for babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Geoffrey mean?
Geoffrey means 'Usually explained as 'peace''. It is of Germanic, via Norman French origin.
Is Geoffrey a Christian name?
Geoffrey is a medieval Christian name in England and France, though not biblical; it is used today as a general name.
How do you pronounce Geoffrey?
Geoffrey is pronounced JEF-ree.
Is Geoffrey a boy or girl name?
Geoffrey is usually a boy name.