TheNameDBDuras
DescriptiveMeaning
Hard or harsh, derived from Latin 'durus' meaning 'hard' or 'difficult.'
Etymology
From Old French 'dur' (hard), used as a descriptive epithet or personal name characteristic. The surname likely originated in medieval France as a descriptor of personality or physical characteristics.
About the Duras Surname
A French descriptive surname based on the adjective meaning 'hard' or 'harsh.' The name gained cultural prominence through the acclaimed French writer Marguerite Duras.
Distribution
Primarily found in France, with notable literary and cultural associations; rare in English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Marguerite Duras (French writer and filmmaker)