Germaine is a feminine given name of French origin. Its meaning is derived from the Germanic elements "germi" meaning "spear" and "man" meaning "strong". The name was popularized during the Middle Ages in France by Saint Germaine Cousin, who was born in Pibrac, Haute-Garonne, in 1579. She is considered a saint of the Catholic Church for her unwavering faith and devotion to God despite the hardships she faced throughout her life. The name Germaine has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages and continues to be popular among French speakers today. It is often associated with intelligence, strength, and determination due to its meaning and the legacy of Saint Germaine Cousin.
The statistics provided show the number of births for the name Jermanine in the United States over three different years: 1972, 1977, and 1989. In both 1972 and 1977, there were 5 babies named Jermanine born each year. The number of births increased to 6 in 1989. Altogether, there have been a total of 16 babies named Jermanine born in the United States over these three years.