Surnames of French Origin

10,395 surnames found of French origin

Paulhus
The surname Paulhus is of French origin and is derived from the personal name Paul, which itself comes from the Latin name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The suffix "hus" is a diminutive form......
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Paultre
The surname Paultre is of French origin and is derived from the personal name Paul, which means "small" or "humble" in Latin. The addition of the suffix -tre indicates a profession or occupation, s......
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Paumier
The surname Paumier is of French origin and is derived from the word "paume," meaning "palm." It is an occupational surname that was given to individuals who worked as palmers or pilgrims, specific......
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Paupore
The surname Paupore is of French origin and is derived from the word "pauvre," meaning "poor" in English. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was poor or had a humble so......
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Pauquette
The surname Pauquette is of French origin and is derived from the word "paquet," meaning "package" or "bundle." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a......
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Pauze
The surname Pauze is of French origin and is derived from the word "pause," meaning a temporary stop or break. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was known for taking f......
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Pave
The surname Pave is of French origin and is derived from the word "pavé," which means "paved" or "cobblestone." It is a topographic or occupational surname given to someone who lived or worked near......
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Pavey
The surname Pavey is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "pave," meaning "paved" or "pavement." It is an occupational surname that was given to someone who worked as a paver o......
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Pavis
The surname Pavis is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "paveis," meaning "shield." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or......
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Pavy
The surname Pavy is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "pave," meaning "peacock." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who had characteristics associated w......
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