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Germain

Germain (name) means a male first name from French, also used as a surname.

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A male first name from French, also used as a surname.

How to use Germain

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In plain EnglishA French first name and surname historically linked to the word "German."

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Etymology

From a medieval given name that could either be a family name passed down or an old term describing someone as German.

Origin: German

Rhymes for Germain

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Germain” mean?

The word “Germain” means a male first name from French, also used as a surname. In plain terms, a French first name and surname historically linked to the word "German.".

What part of speech is “Germain”?

“Germain” is a name.

Where does the word “Germain” come from?

The word “Germain” comes from German. From a medieval given name that could either be a family name passed down or an old term describing someone as German.

Is “Germain” a common word?

“Germain” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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