Detlef
/dˈɛtlɨf/
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Detlef, a German name, derives from the Old High German elements 'theot' meaning 'people' and 'leib' meaning 'descendant' or 'heir'. It conveys the idea of a decisive and strong-willed leader. The name is rooted in Germanic traditions and reflects qualities of determination and authority.
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