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At a Glance
- Meaning
- People's ruler
- Origin
- French (form of Theodoric)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- tee-AIR-ee
Thierry is a French name, pronounced tee-AIR-ee (IPA /tiˈɛri/), and it's the French form of Theodoric. Its meaning is "people's ruler." It's a name with a bold, globally-minded feel, drawing from French roots rather than an English-language tradition.
Meaning & Origin of Thierry
Meaning: People's ruler.
Origin: French (form of Theodoric).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Thierry
tee-AIR-eeIPA /tiˈɛri/
Popularity of Thierry
Thierry hit its high point in the U.S. back in 1965, ranking #2464 with just 12 babies given the name that year. By 2024, it had fallen to #5616 with only 17 recorded, based on Social Security data spanning 1947 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Thierry mean?
People’s ruler. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Thierry?
Thierry is pronounced tee-AIR-ee (IPA: /tiˈɛri/).
Is Thierry a popular name right now?
Thierry peaked at #2464 in 1965 and is ranked #5616 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1947–2024.)
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