TheNameDBRondeau
TopographicMeaning
A surname derived from the Old French word 'rond', meaning round, likely indicating someone who lived near a round feature or was round in shape.
Etymology
The surname derives from the Old French 'rond' (round) combined with the diminutive suffix '-eau'. It may have originated as a topographic surname or as a descriptive nickname for a round-faced or round-bodied person.
About the Rondeau Surname
A French surname derived from 'rond' (round), likely indicating a topographic feature or physical characteristic. The name is particularly common in French-speaking regions of North America.
Distribution
Found primarily in France and French-speaking regions, including Quebec and other French diaspora communities.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation; primarily a French regional surname.