Ledger
Popularity:
1196
Origin:
British
Other Origin(s):
German
Meaning:
Spear tribe
Perhaps most famous as the surname of Oscar-winning actor Heath Ledger, this British name is also a striking first name for boys. With the meaning of "spear tribe," it's sure to hit the mark for anyone who loves names with a storybook feel. Ledger can be traced back to the Old German name Leodegar. It's made up of the terms liut, meaning "tribe," and gar or ger, which means "spear.”