About Bedard
The surname Bedard is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "bedeau" or "bedel," meaning "beadle" or "usher." The term "bedeau" referred to a church official responsible for maintaining order during religious ceremonies and assisting the clergy. Over time, the surname Bedard became associated with individuals who held this position or were involved in similar roles within the church. Today, the surname Bedard is primarily found in French-speaking regions, particularly in France and Canada.
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The surname Bedard is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bedard based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Bedard is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Bedard in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bedard using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.