Geats

The Geats were a North Germanic people residing in the modern Swedish region of Götland during the Germanic Iron Age. In the 6th century they were ruled by the Hréþlingas. Béowulf was a Geat.

Etymology
Their name ultimately derives from the Proto-Germanic *geutan "to pour". This may likely refer to the Göta alv, Geatland's famous river.

Known families

 * Hréþlingas
 * Brondingas

Notable Geats

 * Béowulf Ecgþéowing
 * Hygelác Hréþling