Arnaud
Arnaud is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Eagle power”.
| Meaning | Eagle power |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | ar-NOH |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Belgium, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Arnaud
Arnaud is the French form of Arnold, from the Germanic arn, 'eagle', and wald, 'power' or 'rule'. It was common in medieval southern France, where it was often spelled Arnaut, and it was the name of the troubadour Arnaut Daniel. The name remained popular in France and was especially in fashion in the 1970s.
Is Arnaud a Christian name?
Arnaud is a traditional French Catholic name, though not tied to a single famous saint.
How popular is Arnaud?
Popular in France in the 1970s and 1980s; less common for babies now.
Gifts with the name Arnaud
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Arnaud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arnaud mean?
Arnaud means 'Eagle power'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Is Arnaud a Christian name?
Arnaud is a traditional French Catholic name, though not tied to a single famous saint.
How do you pronounce Arnaud?
Arnaud is pronounced ar-NOH.
Is Arnaud a boy or girl name?
Arnaud is usually a boy name.