Tristan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Tristan Name at a Glance

Name	Tristan
Meaning	A knight.
Origin	ArthurianLegend
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Tristan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Tristan means “A knight”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Tristan Name Origin

Our database records Tristan under ArthurianLegend origin. Browse more ArthurianLegend baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Tristan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Tristan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Tristan

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