About Gallant
The surname Gallant is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "galant," meaning "brave" or "valiant." It was originally used as a nickname for someone who displayed courage or chivalry. The name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were known for their bravery in battle or for their honorable and gallant behavior. Today, the surname Gallant is found primarily among French-speaking populations and their descendants.
The surname Gallant is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gallant 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 Gallant is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gallant in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gallant using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.