Roubaud

Roubaud is a surname of French origin. It is borne by individuals in French-speaking contexts and has appeared in literary and academic circles.

The most widely known person with this name is Jacques Roubaud (born 1932), a French poet, novelist, and mathematician associated with the Oulipo group. His work is noted for blending poetic and mathematical ideas, exploring formal structures, and crossing literary genres. Since the 1960s, Roubaud has published numerous poetry collections, essays, and novels, contributing to contemporary French literature and literary theory.

Beyond Jacques Roubaud, the name is carried by other individuals in various fields, though none have achieved the same level of international recognition. As a family name, Roubaud may be found in France and among French-speaking populations, reflecting its regional origins and historical usage.