Tibault

Tibault is a given name and surname of French origin. It is an old spelling variant of Thibault, which itself derives from the Germanic name Theobald, formed from elements meaning “people” (theod) and “bold.” The form Tibault appears in medieval French records in various charters and genealogies and is one of several regional spellings used in different periods, including in Brittany and Normandy.

In modern usage, Tibault is uncommon and considered a historical variant rather than a standard contemporary form. The more common modern spellings in France and other Francophone communities are Thibault and Tibaut, with Thibaud also serving as a related variant. As a surname, Tibault occurs rarely but may be found in genealogical sources and regional records.

Related names that share the same origin include Thibault, Thibaud, Tibaut, and Tibaud. These variants illustrate how medieval French names evolved from the broader Germanic base of Theobald, adapting to local pronunciations and orthographic practices over time. While Tibault appears in historical documents, it does not correspond to a widely recognized contemporary figure, place, or institution carrying that exact spelling.