The Duchess of Brabant was a noble title in the historical region of Brabant, which is now part of modern-day Belgium and Netherlands. The title was often held by the wife of the Duke of Brabant, a significant figure in the medieval hierarchy. The duchy played a crucial role in the political landscape of the Low Countries during the Middle Ages. Throughout history, several notable women held the title, influencing the region's culture and politics. The Duchess of Brabant was often involved in dynastic marriages, which helped to strengthen alliances between powerful families and territories, including connections to the House of Habsburg and other European nobility.