Theobald derived from the Germanic elements theud "people" and bald "bold". The Normans brought the name to England, where it joined an existing Old English cognate. The medieval forms Tibald and Tebald were commonly Latinized as Theobaldus. It was rare by the 20th century.
Saintly namesake: Theobald of Provins was an 11th-century French hermit and one of several saints named Theobald. He is remembered for his humility and devotion. (June 30 · 11th century)
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