Boyvin Coat of Arms, Crest and Name Facts

In census returns, Boyvin often stands in for Boivin.

What does the surname Boyvin mean?

Taken at its root, Boyvin points to “Drink wine”.

Is Boyvin the same name as Boivin?

Spelled with “y” instead of “i”, Boyvin shows how the same name was heard and written differently. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. Related forms: Boivinet.

Does every Boyvin family have a crest?

There is no single Boyvin family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were.

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