Godfrey
Meaning of Godfrey
Originating from Old English, the name Godfrey is a traditional and distinguished choice for baby boys. It carries a strong meaning, as it combines the elements "god," meaning "God," and "frith," meaning "peace." This gives the name Godfrey the significance of "peaceful servant of God." In terms of popularity, Godfrey has seen fluctuating usage over the years. In recent times, it has remained relatively uncommon in the United States. However, its historical usage demonstrates a steady presence throughout different periods. The variants of Geoffrey and Godfrey are also worth considering. Overall, if you're seeking a name with deep roots and an honorable meaning, Godfrey is an excellent choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GOD-free (/ˈɡɑdˌfri/)
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Notable People Named Godfrey
| Godfrey Gao was a Taiwanese-Canadian model and actor, known for being Asia's first male supermodel and for his roles in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones and the Chinese television series Remembering Lichuan. |
| Godfrey Lowell Cabot was an American industrialist known for founding the Cabot Corporation. |
| Godfrey I, Count of Louvain - Godfrey I, also known as the Bearded, was a prominent historical figure who held titles such as Landgrave of Brabant, Count of Brussels and Leuven, and Duke of Lower Lorraine. |
| Godfrey Darbishire was an English-born rugby union forward who played for Bangor at club level and represented Wales in their first international rugby match. |
| Godfrey Sullivan - Godfrey R. Sullivan is the former CEO of data analysis software company Splunk and enterprise performance management software company Hyperion Solutions. |
| Godfrey of Brabant was a prominent nobleman who held the titles of Lord of Aarschot and Lord of Vierzon during the late 13th and early 14th centuries. |
| Godfrey Stillman Rockefeller was an American financier and chairman of Cranston Print Works, a Rockefeller-owned textile company. |
| Godfrey Khotso Mokoena OIB is a South African athlete known for his expertise in the long jump and triple jump. |
| Godfrey Ronald Furse, an English cricketer born in Launceston, Cornwall, is known for his left-handed batting and right-arm medium pace bowling. |
| Godfrey II, Count of Louvain - Godfrey II, also known as Godfrey the Courageous, was a prominent medieval nobleman who held titles such as Count of Louvain, Landgrave of Brabant, Duke of Lower Lorraine, and Margrave of Antwerp. |
| Godfrey Lawrence - Godfrey Bernard "Goofy" Lawrence, a former Rhodesian cricketer, participated in five Test matches for South Africa during the 1961–62 season. |
| Godfrey Mugisha - Mugisha Godfrey is a former Ugandan footballer known for his versatility as a midfielder and supporting striker, and for representing Uganda at various national levels. |
| Godfrey Bewicke-Copley, 7th Baron Cromwell - Godfrey John Bewicke-Copley, 7th Baron Cromwell, is a British hereditary peer and member of the House of Lords, sitting as a crossbencher. |
| Godfrey Wrentmore - Godfrey 'Bai' Maynard Wrentmore was a South African sportsman known for his career in first-class cricket and rugby union. |
| Godfrey William Lagden was a British Conservative Party politician. |
