Faramund

Gender Masculine
Usage Ancient Germanic [1]

Meaning & History

Derived from the Germanic elements fara "journey" and mund "protection". This was the name of a semi-legendary 5th-century king of the Franks.

Related Names

Other Languages & CulturesPharamond(French) Faramond(History) Pharamond(Literature)

Categories

defence, kings, legend, protection, travel

Sources & References

  1. Förstemann, Ernst. Altdeutsches Namenbuch. Bonn, 1900, page 498.
Entry updated February 4, 2020