A "Graf" is a German title of nobility that translates to "Count" in English. It is used to denote a nobleman who typically ranks above a Baron and below a Duke. The title has historical significance in the German-speaking regions of Europe, where counts often governed lands or territories. The title of Graf has its origins in the medieval period, where counts were responsible for administering regions on behalf of a king or emperor. In modern times, the title is largely ceremonial, but it still carries social prestige in Germany and other countries with a history of nobility.