Surnames of French Origin

10,395 surnames found of French origin

Chales
The surname Chales is of French origin and is derived from the personal name Charles, which itself comes from the Germanic name Karl meaning "free man" or "man". The name Charles was popularized by......
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Chalet
The surname Chalet is of French origin and is derived from the word "chalet," which refers to a type of mountain dwelling or cottage. As a surname, Chalet likely originated as a topographic name fo......
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Chalfant
The surname Chalfant is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "chafant," meaning "heater" or "stove." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who worked with or ......
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Chalifour
The surname Chalifour is of French origin and is derived from the word "châtelain," meaning "castellan" or "keeper of the castle." It was a title given to individuals who were responsible for the m......
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Chalifoux
The surname Chalifoux is of French origin and is derived from the word "chalif," meaning "caliph" in English. A caliph is a title given to the political and religious leader of the Islamic communit......
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Challe
The surname Challe is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "challe" meaning "bald" or "hairless." It is a descriptive surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone wh......
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Challender
The surname Challender is of English origin and is derived from the occupational name "challoner," referring to a maker or seller of metalware, particularly small metal goods such as buckles, spurs......
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Challenger
The surname Challenger is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "chalongier," meaning "to challenge." It was likely an occupational name given to someone who worked as a champio......
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Challinor
The surname Challinor is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "chaloner," meaning "a maker or seller of wooden pattens or clogs." It was an occupational name given to those who......
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Challis
The surname Challis is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "chalice," meaning a cup or goblet. It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who made o......
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