About Cassavant
The surname Cassavant is of French origin and is derived from the word "casse" meaning "broken" or "crushed" and "avant" meaning "before" or "in front of." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was a pioneer or a trailblazer, someone who broke new ground or led the way. Over time, the surname Cassavant has evolved into a family name that is carried by individuals of French descent.
The surname Cassavant is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cassavant based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cassavant in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cassavant using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.