TheNameDBLedoux
DescriptiveMeaning
The sweet one; a person with a sweet or gentle disposition.
Etymology
Derived from Old French 'le doux' meaning 'the sweet' or 'the gentle,' from 'doux' meaning 'sweet' or 'gentle.' The surname originated as a descriptive epithet for a person with a pleasant or gentle nature.
About the Ledoux Surname
A French descriptive surname indicating a person with a sweet or gentle disposition, common throughout France since medieval times. The name is particularly associated with Louisiana Creole communities.
Distribution
Primarily found in France and French-speaking regions, with significant diaspora communities in Louisiana and North America.
Notable Bearers
Chris LeDoux, American country music singer; Patrice Ledoux, French historical figure