Tybalt

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Medieval form of Theobald
"from bold people"

Tybalt Origin and Meaning

The name Tybalt is a boy's name of English origin meaning "from bold people".

Similar in sound to the French "Thibault", which is far more popular, Tybalt is best known as the bloodlustful and brawling cousin of Juliet in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Perhaps this connotation has kept parents from using Tybalt. However, given the recent fad for all things Theo, Tybalt might offer a familiar yet unusual option for parents who like the meaning but want to swim against the current. Cute nicknames Ty and Tibby might also appeal.

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Tybalt in Pop Culture

  • Tybaltcharacter in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
  • Anglicized spelling of Thibault