Surnames of French Origin

10,395 surnames found of French origin

Gainous
The surname Gainous is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "gaignier," meaning "to gain" or "to earn." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for so......
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Gaitor
The surname Gaitor is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "gaiter," meaning "leg covering" or "leg armor." It was originally an occupational name for someone who made or sold ......
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Galant
The surname Galant is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "galant," meaning "gallant" or "brave." It was originally a nickname given to someone who was courageous or chivalrous......
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Galarneau
The surname Galarneau is of French origin and is derived from the word "galarne," which means "a type of fish." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who either caught or sold......
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Galat
The surname Galat is of French origin and is derived from the word "galat," meaning "Gaul" or "Celt." It is a geographical or ethnic surname that was likely used to identify individuals who hailed ......
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Galentine
The surname Galentine is of French origin and is derived from the personal name Galantin, which itself is derived from the Old French word "galant," meaning "gallant" or "brave." The surname Galent......
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Galette
The surname Galette is of French origin and is derived from the word "galette," which means a type of flat, round cake or pastry. It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who e......
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Galinat
The surname Galinat is of French origin and is derived from the personal name Galin, which itself is a variant of the name Gail, meaning "cheerful" or "lively" in Old French. The suffix "-at" is a ......
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Galipeau
The surname Galipeau is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "galipot," meaning "tar." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who worked with or sold tar.......
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Galjour
The surname Galjour is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "jaloux," meaning "jealous." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was jealous or envious. ......
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