Boy Name

Tristan

"Bold, tumult"

About the Name Tristan

Tristan is a romantic Welsh name meaning bold or tumult, forever linked to the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde, one of the great love stories of Western literature. Wagner's opera and countless literary retellings have kept this tale alive. Tristan carries romantic intensity, Celtic courage, and literary prestige in equal measure.

Name Details

Origin
Welsh
Syllables
2
Popularity Score
74/100
Meaning Category
brave

Famous People Named Tristan

  • Tristan Thompson
  • Tristan (medieval legend)

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