German names

westfalen-l
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In the years of 1700-1800 I have found many names similar. Gottfried
and Gott which means the same.
Would Goddert also be same as Gott? One name is listed as Gerhard or
Goddert on birth certificate. I thought this meant Gerry. Thanks for
any help. These first names really create a problem.

Herb Brudtkuhl
ehbrudtkuhl@prairieinet.net

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Hello Herb,
yes, it means the same: Gottfried, G�rdt, Goddert, Gerhard
and sometimes Friedrich too.

The parents wanted, that their son could live in peace
with GOD ( -> Gott = God and Friede = peace).

Mit freundlichen Gr��en/ kind regards/ met vriendelijke groet
Eva : - ))