How to Say “Joey” in German

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The English name Joey is used in German as the male given name Joey.
Joey is used as a male given name.

Did you know?

  • In Germany, giving a child an English name like Joey can sometimes lead to bureaucratic hurdles with the Standesamt or civil registry if the official deems the name too informal.
  • Because German does not have a specific letter for the 'j' sound as it exists in 'Joey', the letter J in German usually sounds like the English 'y' in 'yes'.
  • German parents who choose names like Joey are often participating in a trend called Englisch-Namen-Trend, where Anglo-Saxon names are seen as modern and international.

Examples in context

  • Das ist Joey.
    That is Joey.
  • Ich kenne einen Joey.
    I know a Joey.
  • Joey arbeitet hier.
    Joey works here.

Example conversation

Maximilian and Hannah are talking about a mutual friend.

  1. Maximilian

    Weißt du, wo Joey ist?
    Do you know where Joey is?
  2. Hannah

    Joey ist wohl noch im Büro.
    Joey is probably still at the office.
  3. Maximilian

    Soll ich ihn anrufen?
    Should I call him?
  4. Hannah

    Ja, frag ihn bitte einfach.
    Yes, please just ask him.
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