Werner

Meaning & origin

Werner is a male given name of German origin. It derives from elements meaning "army" and "protector," conveying the idea of a military guardian. The name is historically linked to the Germanic tribe of the Warnen. Notable bearers include physicist Werner Heisenberg and footballer Timo Werner.

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Famous people with the first name Werner

• Werner Herzog German director
• Timo Werner German footballer
• Werner Heisenberg Scientist
• Tom Werner American billionaire

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