Thibaut

Thibaut is a given name of Germanic origin. It is primarily used as a masculine name.

Origin and Meaning:

The name Thibaut is derived from the Germanic name Theobald. "Theobald" is composed of two elements: "theud," meaning "people" or "race," and "bald," meaning "bold" or "brave." Therefore, Thibaut can be interpreted as meaning "bold people" or "brave among the people."

Variations and Related Names:

• Theobald (Germanic)
• Theobaldo (Italian, Spanish)
• Tibaldo (Italian)
• Thebault (French)
• Tibault (French)
• Tybalt (English - notably in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet)
• Tibbott (English)
• Theobaldus (Latin)

Geographic Distribution:

The name is more commonly found in Western Europe, particularly in French-speaking regions, but also appears in other European countries.

Notable People:

• Thibaut Courtois: A Belgian professional footballer.
• Several Counts of Champagne have borne the name Thibaut.
• Thibaut de Champagne (King Theobald I of Navarre): A 13th-century ruler and troubadour.