Male Name
Harjaberhtaz
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
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Meaning & Etymology
Harjaberhtaz is a reconstructed Proto-Germanic name, derived from the elements 'harja-' meaning 'army' and 'berhtaz' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'. The name signifies a person who is renowned in battle or a distinguished warrior. It is the Proto-Germanic precursor to the Old High German name Haribert, which later evolved into various forms in different Germanic languages.
Etymology
Original Form:
Harjaberhtaz
Evolution:
The name Harjaberhtaz evolved into Haribert in Old High German, and further into Herbert in modern Germanic languages. The elements 'harja-' and 'berhtaz' have remained consistent in meaning across th...
Source:
Proto-Germanic linguistic reconstructions and historical linguistics studies.