Origin:German
Other Origin(s):French
Meaning:Strong ruler; Commander of the army
Gautier is a masculine name of German origin that is truly fit for royalty. Stemming from the Ancient Germanic Waltheri, it is composed of the elements waldaʐ, meaning “ruler,” and harjaz, meaning “army,” “commander,” or “warrior.” Ultimately, Gautier sports the powerful definition of “strong ruler” or “commander of the army,” setting baby up for success from day one. Also boasting French roots, it is a variant of the name Gauldheri which has the same meaning, perfect for your little fearless leader.
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