Garnier

Meaning

A warrior or spearman, from the Germanic 'gar' (spear).

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic personal name 'Garnier', composed of 'gar' (spear) and 'hari' (army). The surname originated as a patronymic from this personal name, popular among Norman nobility.

About the Garnier Surname

A patronymic surname derived from the Germanic personal name Garnier, indicating descent from an ancestor with that name. It became established among Norman families and spread throughout France.

Distribution

Found throughout France, with particular concentrations in northern regions.