LATOUR

Topographic

Meaning

A French topographic surname meaning 'the tower', referring to someone living near or in a tower.

Etymology

Latour derives from the French words 'la' (the) and 'tour' (tower), originally referring to a geographical feature or a residence near a tower. The surname became associated with various locations throughout France bearing this name.

About the LATOUR Surname

Latour is a French topographic surname referring to a tower or tower-related location. It remains relatively uncommon but is found throughout French-speaking regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname
Rare Common

Found primarily in France and French-speaking regions, with some presence in North America.

LATOUR Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the LATOUR Surname