Germarion
An invented name blending Germanic and Napoleonic elements, suggesting strength.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Germarion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Germarion today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Germarion births was 2008 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Germarion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Germarion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2008
5 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2008 SSA rank
#13,191
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Germarion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Germarion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Germarion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Germarion
The name Germarion is a relatively obscure one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. According to some scholars, it may have its roots in the ancient Germanic languages, potentially derived from the words "ger" (meaning spear) and "marion" (meaning warrior). This would suggest a connection to the warlike nature of certain Germanic tribes that roamed across Europe during the early medieval period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of this name can be found in the Annals of the Franks, a historical chronicle compiled in the late 8th century. Here, a Frankish nobleman named Germarion is mentioned as having fought alongside Charlemagne during his campaigns against the Saxons. However, the details surrounding this individual are scarce, and it is uncertain whether this was a unique name or a misspelling of another more common Germanic name.
In the 11th century, a monk named Germarion is said to have lived in the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris. This figure is notable for his contributions to the preservation of ancient manuscripts and his role in the establishment of the abbey's renowned library. Unfortunately, little else is known about his life or the origins of his name.
During the Renaissance period, a Italian painter known as Germarion da Siena (1470-1536) gained some renown for his frescoes adorning various churches in his native city of Siena. His works were heavily influenced by the Sienese School of painting and often depicted religious scenes and biblical narratives.
In the 18th century, a French explorer and naturalist named Germarion de La Pérouse (1741-1788) embarked on a famous expedition to explore the Pacific Ocean. His voyage, which lasted from 1785 to 1788, was marked by numerous discoveries and contributions to the field of natural history. However, his ship and crew ultimately vanished without a trace, leaving the fate of Germarion de La Pérouse a mystery that has captivated historians for centuries.
While these examples showcase the occasional appearance of the name Germarion throughout history, it has never gained widespread popularity or usage. Its rarity and enigmatic origins have contributed to an air of curiosity surrounding this peculiar moniker.
People
Germarion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Germarion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Germarion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Germarion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Germarion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Germarion a common name?
We classify Germarion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Germarion most popular?
The single biggest year for Germarion was 2008, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Germarion is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Germarion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Germarion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Germarion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Germarion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Germarion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Germarion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Germarion?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.