Helmut

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German[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Probably from Proto-Germanic *helmaz and *mōdaz, but derivations from MHG heil/helm + muot have also been suggested. The name is shaped similar to modern German hell + Mut ("clear courage").

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈhɛlmuːt/
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Proper noun[edit]

Helmut

  1. a male given name, popular during the first half of the 20th century