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Germaine is a French name derived from the Latin Germānus, meaning brother. It has evolved through various forms, including Germānus and Germanicus. The name is associated with sibling connections and gained popularity in France due to the influence of Saint Germaine Cousin. It is viewed positively in modern times, with a vintage appeal, and is linked to notable figures in literature and feminism.

The name Germaine is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Germaine has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Germaine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 988th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1658th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3483rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7975th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 605th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 636th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1068th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1633rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4773rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13937th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23432nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Germaine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.