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Abelard

OriginGerman
Meaning"noble, steadfast"
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About Abelard

Abelard brings to mind Peter/Pierre Abelard, the great twelfth century Breton scholastic philosopher and theologian, who was equally celebrated for his tragic love affair with Heloise--one of the world's most famous love stories.

This highly unusual name just might appeal to the fearless baby namer.

Pronounced AB-uh-lard.

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