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The distinguished surname Bossuet was first found in Touraine.

Early Origins of the Bossuet family

The surname Bossuet was first found in Touraine.

Early History of the Bossuet family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bossuet research. The years 1602, 1676, 1679 and 1809 are included under the topic Early Bossuet History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Bossuet Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Bosse, Bossé, Bossée and others.

Early Notables of the Bossuet family

Notable at this time was Abraham Bosse, (1602-1676), who was a famous artist and is known today for his etchings and engravings. He was also known for his marked taste for criticism, discussion, and the search for truth. Marie Bosse, also known as La Bosse (died 8 May 1679), was a French poisoner, fortune teller and alleged witch. Auguste Bosse was important in the French military: a vice-admiral in île Bourbon, he is recorded for his bravery...
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Bossuet Ranking

In France, the name Bossuet is the 5,253rd most popular surname with an estimated 1,000 - 1,500 people with that name. 1

Migration of the Bossuet family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Louis Bosse of Vienne, born in 1650; a traveler. His wife bore 10 children, and their descendents continue to keep the lineage in Canada strong today..


Contemporary Notables of the name Bossuet (post 1700) +

  • Jacques Bénigne Bossuet (1627-1704), French churchman


  1. http://www.journaldesfemmes.com/nom-de-famille/nom/


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