Geoffrey

At a Glance

Meaning

Peace, with a disputed first element

Origin

Germanic (via Anglo-Norman French)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

JEF-reeListen

Geoffrey (JEF-ree) is a Germanic name that came into English through Anglo-Norman French, and its meaning is peace. You may see it glossed as 'God's peace' or 'peaceful traveler,' but that isn't accurate: it's often lumped in with Godfrey, yet the two start with different first elements, and scholars still dispute what Geoffrey's first element is.

Meaning & Origin of Geoffrey

Meaning: Peace, with a disputed first element.

Origin: Germanic (via Anglo-Norman French).

A common claim: Geoffrey means 'God's peace' or 'peaceful traveler' Actually: Geoffrey is often glossed the same as Godfrey ('God's peace'), but they use different first elements — Geoffrey's is disputed among scholars, not derived from 'god.'

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Geoffrey

Popularity of Geoffrey

Geoffrey peaked at #167 in 1975, when 1,395 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3056, with 40 babies, so it's now a rare pick.

Names Like Geoffrey

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• Kezia
• Maricela
• Melisa
• Amity
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FAQ

What does the name Geoffrey mean?

Peace, with a disputed first element. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Geoffrey?

Geoffrey is pronounced JEF-ree (IPA: /ˈdʒɛfri/).

Is Geoffrey a popular name right now?

Geoffrey peaked at #167 in 1975 and is ranked #3056 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1895–2024.)

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