Find out how popular the first name Dubois has been for the last 24 years (from 1977 to 2000) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dubois by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Dubois is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2000, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dubois.

The history of the first name Dubois

The name Dubois is a French name that originated in the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French words "du" meaning "of the" and "bois" meaning "wood" or "forest". The name originally referred to someone who lived near a forest or wooded area.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Dubois dates back to the 12th century. A man named Renaud Dubois was mentioned in a document from the Abbey of Saint-Denis in Paris in 1185. This suggests that the name was already in use by that time.

In the 13th century, a French philosopher and theologian named Pierre Dubois lived from around 1250 to 1320. He is notable for his work "De recuperatione Terre Sancte" (On the Recovery of the Holy Land), which influenced King Philip IV of France's policies towards the Crusades.

During the Renaissance period, a French painter named Ambroise Dubois was active in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He is best known for his religious paintings and altarpieces in churches throughout France.

In the 17th century, a French scientist and inventor named Guillaume Dubois (1656-1723) made significant contributions to the field of optics. He is credited with inventing the first portable camera obscura and improving the design of the reflecting telescope.

Another notable figure with the name Dubois was the French politician and cardinal Guillaume Dubois (1656-1723). He served as the Prime Minister of France under the reign of Louis XV and played a significant role in shaping French foreign policy during that time.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Dubois. While the name has French origins, it has since been adopted and used in various other cultures and regions around the world.

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