Meaning: (Peaceful Warrior, Peaceful, Giant Germanic elements hun "warrior, bear cub" and frid "peace". The Normans introduced this name to England, where it replaced the Old English cognate Hunfrið, and it was regularly used through the Middle Ages. Humphrey has always been somewhat popular in England as most names tied to the aristocracy and monarchy are. Famous Humphreys include the Duke of Gloucester (1391–1447). He was the youngest son of King Henry IV -- known as “Duke Humphrey.” He Founded what is now part of the Bodleian Library at Oxfor. A famous bearer was the American actor Humphrey Bogart (1899-1957), who starred in 'The Maltese Falcon' and 'Casablanca'. Also a saint's name.)
Origin: (Old German, English, Norman French)
Pronunciation: (HUM-free, HUMP-frey, HUHM-free)
Gender: Male
I chose to add this name not because of Kris Humphries (Kim Kardashian's ex-husband) I chose to add this because the other day I was watching a show about this guy who was named after Humphrey Bogart the actor. Humphrey is an old fashioned name and may not appeal to a lot of people but it is a great name with a great meaning. I never much cared for this name but it has definitely grown on me lately.
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