About Davant
The surname Davant is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "devant," meaning "in front" or "before." It is believed to have originated as a topographic or locational surname, referring to someone who lived or worked in a prominent position or place. The name may have been given to individuals who held a position of authority or prominence, or who lived near a significant landmark or boundary. Over time, the surname Davant has evolved and spread to different regions, including Catalonia in Spain, where it is also found.
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The surname Davant is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Davant 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 Davant is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Davant in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Davant using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.