Parmentier

Meaning

One who makes or sells parchment or works with parchment.

Etymology

Derived from Old French 'parchemin' (parchment) with the occupational suffix '-ier'. The name reflects the medieval trade of parchment production, an essential craft for scribes and record-keepers.

About the Parmentier Surname

Parmentier is a French occupational surname with historical significance in the parchment trade. The name is most famously associated with Antoine-Augustin Parmentier, who promoted potato cultivation in France.

Distribution

Primarily found in France and French-speaking regions, with some presence in Belgium and other European countries.

Notable Bearers

Antoine-Augustin Parmentier (agronomist and nutritionist)

People with the Parmentier Surname