Urbain
Meaning of Urbain
Originating from the French language, the name Urbain carries a distinctive and sophisticated charm. Pronounced as oor-BAN (/yɔr.bɑ̃/), this name exudes an air of elegance and refinement. Although primarily used for boys, it can also be considered a unisex name. Urbain shares similarities with its variation, Urban, which is more commonly used in English-speaking countries. While not overly popular in recent years, historical data shows that Urbain had moderate usage in the United States during the early 20th century. It ranked within the top 4000 names in the 1920s, with occasional fluctuations in popularity. With its French roots and timeless appeal, Urbain offers parents a unique and distinctive choice for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as oor-BAN (/yɔr.bɑ̃/)
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Notable People Named Urbain
| Urbain Ledoux - Urbain J. Ledoux, also known as "Mr. Zero," was an American diplomat and activist with a strong interest in the Baháʼí Faith. |
| Urbain Le Verrier - Urbain Jean Joseph Le Verrier was a French astronomer and mathematician known for predicting the existence and position of Neptune using mathematics. |
| Urbain de Maillé, 1st Marquis of Brézé, was a prominent 17th-century French soldier and diplomat, serving as a Marshal of France, Ambassador to Sweden, and Viceroy of Catalonia. |
| Urbain Lafontaine was a prominent figure in the Quebec labor movement and a multifaceted individual, known for his work as a typographer, trade union leader, newspaper owner, and municipal official. |
| Urbain Audibert, a French nurseryman born in 1789, made significant contributions to the description of several plant species. |
