Le Moyne

Occupational

Meaning

The monk.

Etymology

From Old French 'moine' meaning monk, derived from Latin 'monachus'. The prefix 'Le' is the French definite article, indicating an occupational or descriptive origin.

About the Le Moyne Surname

A French occupational surname referring to someone who was a monk or had monastic connections. The name is particularly common in French-Canadian communities.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,500 bearers in the United States #1,937 most common surname
Rare Common

Found in France and French-speaking regions, with significant presence in Quebec and North America.

Notable Bearers

Various historical French and French-Canadian families

People with the Le Moyne Surname

John V. Le Moyne

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