TheNameDBGonyea
OtherMeaning
The meaning is uncertain; it may derive from a French place name or personal name.
Etymology
The surname may be a variant of a French name, possibly related to Gonia or similar forms. It appears in French-Canadian records, suggesting Norman or other French origins.
About the Gonyea Surname
A French-Canadian surname of uncertain origin, appearing in colonial records. The name remains relatively uncommon outside French-Canadian communities.
Distribution
Found primarily in Quebec and other French-Canadian regions.
Notable Bearers
Unknown