D'Orsay

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Meaning

Of or from Orsay, a commune in the Île-de-France region.

Etymology

The prefix 'd' indicates origin from a location. Orsay derives from Latin 'Orceium' or a similar Gallo-Roman place name.

About the D'Orsay Surname

A French surname derived from the commune of Orsay near Paris. The name became known through 19th-century English society figures.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 300 bearers in the United States #4,649 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily France, with notable presence in England and North America.

D'Orsay Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the D'Orsay Surname