The Marchand Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Marchand, its origins in France, and the story behind a Marchand family crest.
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Origin of the Marchand name
Marchand is a French occupational name for a merchant or trader, from Old French marcheant, "one who trades", from Latin mercatus, "market". Markets and fairs drew traders to every town, so the name arose in many places. The surname is widespread across France, especially the west and centre, and is common in Quebec.
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This overview covers the Marchand 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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Marchand name FAQ
What does the Marchand name mean?
Merchant. Common variants include Lemarchand, Marchant, Marchandeau.
Where does the Marchand surname come from?
It originates in France, and is also found in Canada, Belgium and the United States.
Is there a Marchand coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Marchand crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Marchand 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).