The Moreau Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Moreau, its origins in France, and the story behind a Moreau family crest.
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Origin of the Moreau name
Moreau is a diminutive of More, from Old French more, "dark-skinned" or "Moorish", a nickname for someone with a dark complexion. It is widespread in France, especially in the west and centre, and ranks among the country's more common surnames.
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This overview covers the Moreau name in France. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Canada, Belgium and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Moreau name FAQ
What does the Moreau name mean?
Dark-complexioned (diminutive). Common variants include Moreaux, Morault, Moraud.
Where does the Moreau surname come from?
It originates in France, and is also found in Canada, Belgium and the United States.
Is there a Moreau coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Moreau crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Moreau coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Albert Dauzat & Marie-Thérèse Morlet, Dictionnaire étymologique des noms de famille et prénoms de France; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).