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The name Detlef comes from Low German roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Detlef below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.

Detlef Name Meaning

Low German, GermanDerived from the Germanic elements theud "people" and leib "heritage".

Origin: Low GermanGender: Boy
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