Volkmar

Volkmar is a masculine given name of German origin. It is formed from the Old High German elements volk, meaning "the people," and mar, interpreted as "fame" or "renown," yielding a name with the approximate meaning "famous among the people" or "renowned for the people." The name has been used primarily in German-speaking regions and among German communities, with records dating to medieval times and continuing in modern usage in various forms.

In contemporary usage, Volkmar remains relatively uncommon but persists in Germany and other parts of Europe, and it may appear in historical documents, religious works, and fiction. It is typically given to boys and has occasionally been adopted in other German-speaking countries.

Notable people with the given name include Volkmar Denner (born 1956), a German engineer and businessman who has served as CEO of Robert Bosch GmbH, a multinational engineering and technology company. The name has also appeared in literature and media as a character name, reflecting its traditional Germanic roots.