TheNameDBCroissant
DescriptiveMeaning
Crescent-shaped, from the French word for crescent or the pastry of that shape.
Etymology
Derived from Old French 'croissant,' the present participle of 'croître' meaning 'to grow' or 'to increase,' which refers to the crescent moon shape. The term later became associated with the pastry bearing this distinctive crescent form.
About the Croissant Surname
A descriptive surname likely referring to a crescent-shaped feature or possibly a heraldic symbol. This surname is quite uncommon and may have originated as a nickname or topographic reference.
Distribution
Rare as a surname; primarily found in France and French-speaking regions.
Notable Bearers
No widely documented notable bearers identified.