Theobald Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationTHEE-oh-bald / /ˈθiːəʊbɔːld/

German; Old High German

Meaning

German: brave people; Old High German: bold people

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Theobald has roots in Germanic languages, deriving from the elements 'theud' meaning 'people' and 'bald' meaning 'bold' or 'brave'. It was commonly used in medieval Europe, particularly in German-speaking regions. The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its presence in Christian contexts. Theobald has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries, often associated with nobility and clergy.

Trend Summary

The name Theobald is rare in contemporary usage in the United States.

Similar Names

TheodoreSebaldBaldwinAlfredRolandGeraldArnoldHugoGideonLeopoldIsidore

Variants

  • Theobaldus

International Variants

  • Teobaldo (Italian)
  • Teobaldo (Spanish)
  • Teobaldo (Portuguese)

Famous people named Theobald

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Fictional characters named Theobald

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Sibling Suggestions

TheodoricTheodoraTheodulfTheodosius

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Theobald was first seen in the United States in 1916. Theobald has ranked as high as #835 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Theobald has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Theobald

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19165
19175