Origin and Meaning of Villard

Brave and strong

Origin: French - Derived from the Old French word 'villard', meaning 'strong, brave'. The name is often used to refer to someone who is a guardian or protector.

• The name Villard is often associated with nobility and historic families in France.
• Villard is also used as a surname in various cultures, linked to various notable families in France and elsewhere.
• One notable bearer of the name is Villard de Honnecourt, a 13th-century French architect and designer, known for his sketchbooks that document Gothic architecture.
• The name Villard is less common as a first name, but has seen sporadic usage in the 20th and 21st centuries, particularly in French-speaking regions.
• Variations of the name Villard include Villarde (feminine form) and de Villard, reflecting a noble lineage.