Gautier
Gautier is a French surname and given name. In onomastics, it is the French form of Walter, deriving from the Old High German name Walthari, which is formed from elements that are commonly interpreted as meaning “ruler” and “army.” Over time, Gautier and its variants became established as both a family name and a given name in French-speaking regions and communities influenced by French culture.
As a surname, Gautier is widespread in France and other Francophone areas, and it has spread internationally
Notable individuals bearing the name include Theophile Gautier (1811–1872), a prominent French poet, critic, and novelist
In contemporary usage, Gautier remains a common surname and is occasionally found as a given name in