Abelard – Origin, Meaning, Popularity & Significance
Gender: Male
Origin: Germanic, French
Meaning: Brave and nobel
Region: North America and France
Abelard is a unique boy name. It is Germanic (a medieval language) in origin, meaning “brave and noble”. The name is considered a French name due to its association with a French philosopher in the Middle Ages, Peter Abelard. It is mostly found in French-speaking regions and is not very common nowadays. Parents seeking a healthy historical and cultural connection, with a noble meaning may prefer this name for their baby.
Famous personalities
- Peter Abelard was a famous French Philosopher
