The most used German names. Most common German boy and girl names.
German names have remained popular for many years, reflecting both traditional and modern influences. Every year, millions of parents are inspired by Germany's cultural heritage and current trends when choosing names for their children. This page will help you discover the most common baby boy and girl names in Germany.
As of 2023, the most popular German names include classical names as well as names with modern and international influences. For example, among boys' names, names such as Noah, Elias and Finn stand out, while among girls' names, names such as Emilia, Sophia and Mia remain popular.
Rank |
Boys' Names |
Girls' Names |
1 |
Noah |
Emilia |
2 |
Leon |
Sophia |
3 |
Elias |
Hannah |
4 |
Matteo |
Mia |
5 |
Paul |
Emma |
6 |
Hans |
Maria |
7 |
Frank |
Helga |
8 |
Henry |
Mila |
9 |
Lukas |
Ella |
10 |
Alexander |
Lina |
11 |
Ben |
Clara |
12 |
Leo |
Emily
|
13 |
Anton |
Lea |
14 |
David |
Julia |
15 |
Max |
Sarah |
16 |
Theo |
Ava |
17 |
Felix |
Mathilda
|
18 |
Luca |
Anna |
19 |
Finn |
Johanna |
20 |
Jonas |
Elena |