Bonnin Coat of Arms and Surname Origin

Some records give Bonnet; others give Bonnin. Both point to the same French family name. Its meaning, shared with Bonnet, is “Good little one”.

Bonnin and Bonnet

Before spelling was fixed, Bonnet was also written Bonnin. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. You may also find the name written Bonet and Bonnot.

Bonnin coat of arms

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Bonnet surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

Research your Bonnin family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.