Karl Thibault

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Karl Thibault — free man
104K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Karl Thibault is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Karl is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Karl is a Germanic masculine name. It comes from Old High German, meaning 'man, husband, freeman' and was widely popularised in Central and Northern Europe by its status as a royal name, in particular through the Frankish Emperor Charlemagne. It is popular in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was popularized by German-speaking descendants in the United States. The surname Thibault: Thibault is a French personal name and surname, a form of Theobald, a Germanic name composed from the elements theod- "people" and bald "bold". Surname Arthur Thibault (1914–1983), Canadian farmer and political figure in Saskatchewan Bernard Thibault (born 1959), French trade unionist, Secretary of the Confédération Générale du Travail (CGT) Conrad Thibault (1903–1987), American baritone vocalist David Thibault (born before 2013), French-Canadian singer and Elvis impersonator Dominique Thibault (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Emmanuel Thibault (born 1974), French dancer François-Anatol. Karl is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 104K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Karl reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Karl

Meaning: free man

Germanic

Karl is a Germanic masculine name. It comes from Old High German, meaning 'man, husband, freeman' and was widely popularised in Central and Northern Europe by its status as a royal name, in particular through the Frankish Emperor Charlemagne. It is popular in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was popularized by German-speaking descendants in the United States.

Surname: Thibault

Germanic

Thibault is a French personal name and surname, a form of Theobald, a Germanic name composed from the elements theod- "people" and bald "bold". Surname Arthur Thibault (1914–1983), Canadian farmer and political figure in Saskatchewan Bernard Thibault (born 1959), French trade unionist, Secretary of the Confédération Générale du Travail (CGT) Conrad Thibault (1903–1987), American baritone vocalist David Thibault (born before 2013), French-Canadian singer and Elvis impersonator Dominique Thibault (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Emmanuel Thibault (born 1974), French dancer François-Anatol.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Karl is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Karl by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Karl Thibault

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Karl Thibault:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Karl?
The first name Karl originates from Germanic. Karl is a Germanic masculine name. It comes from Old High German, meaning 'man, husband, freeman' and was widely popularised in Central and Northern Europe by its status as a royal name, in particular through the Frankish Emperor Charlemagne. It is popular in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was popularized by German-speaking descendants in the United States.
When was Karl most popular?
The name Karl reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Thibault?
The surname Thibault originates from Germanic. Thibault is a French personal name and surname, a form of Theobald, a Germanic name composed from the elements theod- "people" and bald "bold". Surname Arthur Thibault (1914–1983), Canadian farmer and political figure in Saskatchewan Bernard Thibault (born 1959), French trade unionist, Secretary of the Confédération Générale du Travail (CGT) Conrad Thibault (1903–1987), American baritone vocalist David Thibault (born before 2013), French-Canadian singer and Elvis impersonator Dominique Thibault (born 1988), Canadian ice hockey player Emmanuel Thibault (born 1974), French dancer François-Anatol.
How common is the surname Thibault?
The surname Thibault is shared by approximately 6K people worldwide.
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