Dieter
Dieter is a given name of German origin, commonly used in German-speaking countries. It is derived from the Old High German name Theudoric, which means "ruler of the people." The name is composed of two elements: theud (people) and ric (ruler or power).
Notable People Named Dieter[edit | edit source]
- Dieter Bohlen - A German songwriter, producer, and television personality, best known as a member of the pop duo Modern Talking.
- Dieter Rams - A renowned German industrial designer closely associated with the consumer products company Braun and the functionalist school of industrial design.
- Dieter Dengler - A German-American Navy pilot who was famously known for his escape from a POW camp during the Vietnam War.
Fictional Characters[edit | edit source]
- Dieter (SNL) - A character from the American television show Saturday Night Live, portrayed by Mike Myers. The character is known for hosting the fictional German television show Sprockets.
Related Names[edit | edit source]
- Theodore - An English name with similar roots, derived from the Greek name Theodoros.
- Dieterich - A variant of the name Dieter, also of German origin.
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