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Name Origin

Thierry is a French masculine given name of Germanic origin. It is derived from the elements 'þeud' meaning 'people' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler'. Therefore, Thierry traditionally means 'ruler of the people'.

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Famous People

Thierry Henry (1977-)

Professional Footballer

Arsenal's all-time leading goalscorer
Two-time Premier League Golden Boot winner
FIFA World Cup winner (1998)

Thierry Mugler (1948-2022)

Fashion Designer

Created iconic fashion designs for celebrities and runway shows
Known for his dramatic and avant-garde style

Thierry Baudet (1983-)

Politician

Founder and leader of the Forum for Democracy political party in the Netherlands

Thierry Fischer (1957-)

Conductor

Principal conductor of the Konzerthausorchester Berlin.
Known for his interpretations of Romantic and contemporary music.

Similar Names

Théodore Terry

Sibling Names

Camille

Both Camille and Thierry are classic French names with elegant and sophisticated vibes.

Eloise

Like Thierry, Eloise is a name of French origin with a timeless charm and a slightly romantic feel.

Antoine

Thierry and Antoine are both strong, traditional French names that share a similar masculine energy.