The Legrand Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Legrand, its origins in France, and the story behind a Legrand family crest.
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Origin of the Legrand name
Legrand means "the tall" or "the great" in French, from grand with the definite article. It began as a nickname for a tall or important man. The surname is common in northern France, especially Picardy, Normandy and Flanders, and in Belgium.
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This overview covers the Legrand name in France. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Belgium, Canada and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Legrand name FAQ
What does the Legrand name mean?
The tall one, the great. Common variants include Grand, Le Grand, Lagrange.
Where does the Legrand surname come from?
It originates in France, and is also found in Belgium, Canada and the United States.
Is there a Legrand coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Legrand crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Legrand 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).