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Germanic or English Names

2 names of Germanic or English origin in our database.

Alben

Possibly related to 'noble' or 'bright,' though the etymology is uncertain.

Germanic or English

Root

Possibly related to fame or renown, or may derive from the English word 'root.'

Germanic or English

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