Rousseau Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Rousseau name began, what it means, and how Herald Lab researches a Rousseau coat of arms.
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Origin of the Rousseau name
Rousseau comes from Old French rous, "red", with a diminutive suffix, and was a nickname for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. The surname is common throughout France, especially in the west and centre, and is well established in Quebec.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Rousseau name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Rousseau name in France. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Canada, Belgium and Switzerland; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Rousseau name FAQ
What does the Rousseau name mean?
Little red-haired one. Common variants include Roussel, Rousset, Leroux.
Where does the Rousseau surname come from?
It originates in France, and is also found in Canada, Belgium and Switzerland.
Is there a Rousseau coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Rousseau crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Rousseau 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).