Rieux Surname Meaning & Coat of Arms

Not every Rieux is related, but the name itself grew out of Rioux.

What is the meaning of Rieux?

The family name meaning is “From Rioux / stream”, the same as for Rioux. 2,061 people born in France between 1891 and 2000 carried the Rieux name at birth.

How is Rieux related to Rioux?

Rieux writes “e” in place of the “o” found in Rioux, a common scribal difference. You may also find the name written Riou and Rioult.

Does every Rieux family have a crest?

Looking for a Rieux coat of arms? Arms were granted to families, not to surnames, and our research shows which heraldic tradition fits yours.

Get the complete Rieux report, with a museum-style coat of arms.