Talleyrand

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Meaning

Derived from a place name in France, possibly meaning 'tall land' or from a personal name element.

Etymology

The surname originates from Talleyrand, a region in France, and became associated with French nobility. The place name may derive from Old French elements referring to height or land.

About the Talleyrand Surname

A French surname derived from a place name in France, historically associated with French nobility. The name is famous through the prominent statesman Charles Maurice de Talleyrand.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in France and among French nobility and their descendants.

Notable Bearers

People with the Talleyrand Surname