About Defrain
The surname Defrain is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "frain," meaning "ash tree." It is a topographic surname that was likely given to someone who lived near or worked with ash trees. The prefix "de" indicates "from" or "of," suggesting that the original bearer of the surname hailed from a place associated with ash trees. Over time, the surname Defrain may have been adopted by various individuals and families who were connected to ash trees in different ways, such as living near an ash tree grove or being involved in the timber industry.
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