Berthelot

Patronymic

Meaning

A surname derived from the personal name Berthelot, a diminutive of Berth or Bert.

Etymology

Derived from the Old Germanic personal name Berth combined with a French diminutive suffix '-lot'. The name reflects medieval French naming conventions.

About the Berthelot Surname

A French patronymic surname derived from a medieval personal name. The name has historical significance in French scientific and intellectual circles.

Distribution

Found primarily in France and French-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Marcelin Berthelot (French chemist)

People with the Berthelot Surname

Philippe Berthelot