US Popularity:16245
Origin:German
Meaning:Defending warrior
Werner is a masculine name and surname used throughout northern Europe with the high and mighty meaning of “defending warrior.” This lofty title derives from the German Warinhari and has been chosen by members of the nobility for centuries. Werner I was the name of one of the last bishops to be appointed by the Holy Roman Emperor, Otto III. If you can feel baby’s brave and protective spirit already vibrating with ambition, Werner may be the one.
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Famous People Named Werner

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Werner Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Werner is currently #16245 in U.S. births
Boy:Werner is currently #5927 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#16245
in 2022
- 1216
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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