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Godfrey
GODF-ree
Godfrey (name) means a masculine given name and surname of Germanic origin, also used as a place name in the United States and Canada. Example: “Godfrey was knighted for his service to the crown.”
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A masculine given name and surname of Germanic origin, also used as a place name in the United States and Canada.
"Godfrey was knighted for his service to the crown."
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- Plural
- Godfreys
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Etymology
From Old High German Godafrid ("peace of God"). A doublet of Geoffrey and Gottfried.
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What does “Godfrey” mean?
The word “Godfrey” means a masculine given name and surname of Germanic origin, also used as a place name in the United States and Canada.
How do you pronounce “Godfrey”?
“Godfrey” is pronounced GODF-ree (/ˈɡɑdfɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Godfrey” in a sentence?
Here is “Godfrey” used in a sentence: “Godfrey was knighted for his service to the crown.”
What part of speech is “Godfrey”?
“Godfrey” is a name.
Where does the word “Godfrey” come from?
The word “Godfrey” comes from German. From Old High German Godafrid ("peace of God"). A doublet of Geoffrey and Gottfried.
Is “Godfrey” a common word?
“Godfrey” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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