Dreyfus - Boy Dog Names

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Dreyfus

/ˈdreɪfəs/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the town of Dreifus in Germany

Represents endurance, dignity under persecution, and the pursuit of truth and justice

Symbolism

Embodies integrity, resilience against injustice, and quiet strength. The name evokes historical gravitas and moral courage.

Etymology: Derived from the German place name 'Dreifus', meaning 'three-foot' or possibly referring to a geographical feature; adopted as a surname by Jewish families in the Rhineland region. The name became internationally known due to Captain Alfred Dreyfus, a French officer wrongfully convicted in a notorious anti-Semitic scandal.

Style & Origin

traditional

unique

european

Cultural Background

Of German-Jewish origin, the name Dreyfus is historically associated with European Ashkenazi Jewish

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