My family’s tied to Germany but we’re all Texan now (yeehaw). I’m most drawn to short names that sound like my legal name or have a connection to my family somehow. Some of the current ideas on my list include Lou/Louis, Aryn, Red (my current nickname), and Riley. I’m happy to hear any suggestions you have!
Oh my gosh same! I was born in Texas and have German family! My German isn’t the best but it’s fine lol! K/Conrad (red still as a nn?), Alwin, Milo, Nicolas (nn Nico?), Rainer, Robin, Simon, Thies. Some are a little more strange if you’re more yeehaw and less hallo but I like a little strange!