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    German Boy Names Starting With H

    117 names with meanings and origins.

    Looking for a German boy's name that starts with H? Here are 117 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. German names include many timeless choices with meanings about nobility, strength and protection.

    Top picks

    1. Henry — “Ruler of the home”
    2. Hugo — “Mind, intellect”
    3. Hans — “God is gracious”
    4. Heinrich — “Ruler of the home”
    5. Hernando — “A Spanish and German variant of Ferdinand, meaning an adventurous traveler or a bold voyager.”
    6. Henning — “This German and Scandinavian name is a derivative of Henry, meaning ruler of the home or estate.”
    7. Hendrik — “Rules an estate.”
    8. Henty — “Rules an estate.”
    9. Herwyn — “Loves war.”
    10. Hamlett — “Of German origin, this name translates to from the little home, suggesting a sense of community and domesticity.”
    • Boy · German · “A German name describing a person who resides within a hedged enclosure or a private forest area.”

    • Unisex · German · “From the hills; lives at the halls slopes”

    • Boy · German · “Of German origin, this name translates to from the little home, suggesting a sense of community and domesticity.”

    • Boy · German · “Protector; variant of hamo: house or home. introduced from germany during the norman conquest. also used as a surname”

    • Boy · German · “A variant of German origin meaning from the little home, often associated with a small, close-knit settlement.”

    • Unisex · German · “Gift from god.”

    • Boy · German · “A sweet name that evokes a peaceful dwelling in a hedged enclosure, suggesting a child who loves home and comfort.”

    • Boy · German · “This name beautifully describes one who dwells in a hedged enclosure, bringing a sense of peace and belonging.”

    • Boy · German · “Ruler of the home; rules his household. a diminutive of henry; nickname for henry rules his household”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate; variant of einri: rules the home”

    • Boy · German · “God is gracious”

    • Boy · German · “Derived from German roots, this name means courageous and strong, describing a person of great boldness and endurance.”

    • Boy · German · “Heathen or fire; fire. derived from the celtic name aidan”

    • Boy · German · “Considerate.”

    • Boy · German · “Ruler of the home”

    • Boy · German · “A German name combining elements that mean helmet and courage. It represents a protector who possesses a brave and spirited mind.”

    • Boy · German · “Diminutive of henry, home or house ruler”

    • Boy · German · “This German and Scandinavian name is a derivative of Henry, meaning ruler of the home or estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Ruler of the home”

    • Boy · German · “Diminutive of herbert: illustrious warrior. army. bright. introduced into britain during the norman conquest. famous bearer: american president herbert c. hoover (1874-1964)”

    • Boy · German · “A German male name that signifies a soldier or a man of high rank and military standing.”

    • Boy · German · “Hermon is a strong and noble name, meaning 'a man of the army,' symbolizing courage and steadfastness.”

    • Boy · German · “A Spanish and German variant of Ferdinand, meaning an adventurous traveler or a bold voyager.”

    • Boy · German · “A German name composed of elements meaning army and friend, translating to a battle companion.”

    • Boy · German · “Heart and mind; variant of hugh: heart. mind. inspiration. intelligent. from old german. derived from hugo”

    • Boy · German · “A name of German and English origin meaning the brave one or a chief guardian of an enclosed area.”

    • Boy · German · “This name of German origin means a guardian in battle, signifying a protective and brave warrior.”

    • Boy · German · “A name of Middle English and Germanic roots that refers to a high place, such as a hillock or a burial mound.”

    • Boy · German · “Mind, intellect”

    • Boy · German · “A Germanic name meaning big and bright or famous giant. It is often associated with high intelligence and a prominent, shining personality.”

    • Boy · German · “Peace; a compound of the words giant and peace. from the old english name hunfrith. famous bearer: american actor humphrey bogart”

    • Boy · German · “Little hacker.”

    • Boy · German · “Little hacker.”

    • Unisex · German · “Rooster (German) / Grand (Korean)”

    • Boy · German · “Half dane.”

    • Boy · German · “Noble friend”

    • Boy · German · “Lover of home.”

    • Boy · German · “A hammer.”

    • Boy · German · “Gift from god.”

    • Boy · German · “Gift from god.”

    • Boy · German · “God is gracious”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Gift from god.”

    • Boy · German · “Strong.”

    • Boy · German · “Strong.”

    • Boy · German · “Protective.”

    • Boy · German · “Protective.”

    • Boy · German · “Warrior.”

    • Boy · German · “Warrior.”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Daring.”

    • Boy · German · “Strong.”

    • Boy · German · “Strong advisor.”

    • Boy · German · “A brave fiend.”

    • Boy · German · “Strong advisor.”

    • Unisex · German · “Hazel tree”

    • Boy · German · “Fenced enclosure”

    • Boy · German · “Home man”

    • Boy · German · “Home ruler”

    • Boy · German · “Ruler of the home”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Household ruler.”

    • Boy · German · “Bright, shining”

    • Boy · German · “Protector”

    • Boy · German · “Warriors wrath.”

    • Boy · German · “Brave.”

    • Boy · German · “Brave.”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Ruler of the home”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Home ruler”

    • Boy · German · “Army commander.”

    • Boy · German · “Autumn.”

    • Boy · German · “Shining fighter.”

    • Boy · German · “Shining fighter.”

    • Boy · German · “Warrior.”

    • Boy · German · “Army man”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Army leader.”

    • Boy · German · “Ruler of the home”

    • Boy · German · “My strife.”

    • Boy · German · “Loves war.”

    • Boy · German · “Little hugh.”

    • Boy · German · “Little hugh.”

    • Boy · German · “Little hugh.”

    • Boy · German · “War sword.”

    • Boy · German · “A battle sword.”

    • Boy · German · “Battle sword.”

    • Boy · German · “War sword.”

    • Boy · German · “Rules an estate.”

    • Boy · German · “Deer”

    • Boy · German · “High or bright.”

    • Boy · German · “A brilliant mind.”

    • Boy · German · “High or bright.”

    • Boy · German · “High.”

    • Boy · German · “High or bright.”

    • Boy · German · “High.”

    • Boy · German · “Famous ruler.”

    • Boy · German · “Graceful.”

    • Boy · German · “Shining of mind.”

    • Boy · German · “Intelligent.”

    • Boy · German · “Intelligent.”

    • Boy · German · “Graceful.”

    • Boy · German · “Graceful.”

    • Boy · German · “Graceful.”

    • Boy · German · “Graceful.”

    • Boy · German · “A famous warrior.”

    • Boy · German · “Supports peace.”

    • Boy · German · “Peaceful hun.”

    • Boy · German · “Peaceful warrior”

    • Boy · German · “Peaceful warrior”

    • Boy · German · “Peaceful hun.”

    • Boy · German · “Peaceful hun.”

    • Boy · German · “Peaceful hun.”

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