| Tristan is a name of **French** origin, meaning **"sad, sorrowful, or gloomy"**. It is also associated with the legendary **Tristan and Isolde** story, a tragic tale of love and betrayal.
Here's a breakdown of the meaning
* **Triste** (French) - meaning "sad, sorrowful, gloomy"
* **Tristan** (French) - a name derived from "Triste"
While the literal meaning is "sad", Tristan is generally understood as a name with a **romantic and passionate** connotation, due to its association with the legendary story.
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