Show ContentsRougier History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Similar to many French family names, the distinguished surname Rougier is a proud sign of a rich and ancient ancestry. The earliest forms of hereditary surnames in France were the patronymic surnames, which are derived from the father's given name, and metronymic surnames, which are derived from the mother's given name. The patronyms were derived from a variety of given names that were of many different origins. As well as the names of the saints of the Christian Church, many of the most common French surnames are derived from personal names of Germanic origin. They derive from the language of the Visigoths, who controlled France between the mid-5th and early 8th centuries. The family name Roget is derived from the popular Old French given name Rogier, meaning famous spear.

Early Origins of the Rougier family

The surname Rougier was first found in Savoy (French: Savoie) in the Rhône-Alpes region of the French Alps, where the family has held a family seat since very early times.

Throughout the centuries this ancient family expanded, developed and grew in size and influence. Noble François Roget was awarded the title of Lord of Fesson in recognition of the large contribution to his region and had his nobility confirmed and recorded in 1620. The family moved and eventually branched out to Annecy.

Nobles among this acclaimed family were François Roget and Mathieu Roget who lived in Annecy in 1622. As reward for his extensive involvement in the social, political and cultural affairs of his community, Jacques Philibert was created Lord of Chollex and was mentioned in 1700. Among the famous members of this ancient family was Louis, Lord of Andruéjols and of Roziers. Through his marriage with Isabelle de La Fagette, heiress of the house of La Fagette, the family acquired wealth and fame.

Due to their great influence and participation in the affairs of Gévaudan, descendants of this ancient family were granted titles such as Lords of La Fagette and had their nobility confirmed and recorded till the end of the 17th century.

Early History of the Rougier family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Rougier research. Another 105 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1259, 1550, 1617, 1624, 1642, 1665, 1715 and 1722 are included under the topic Early Rougier History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Rougier Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Roget, Roger, Rogier, Rogey, Rogay, Rogger, Rauget, Rauger, Raugey and many more.

Early Notables of the Rougier family

Notable in the family name at this time was François Roger de Gaignières (1642-1715), French genealogist, antiquary and collector; Estienne Roger (1665-1722), a French printer and publisher who worked in the Netherlands; and Louis de...
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Rougier Ranking

In France, the name Rougier is the 739th most popular surname with an estimated 6,624 people with that name. [1]


United States Rougier migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Rougier Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • Charles Rougier, aged 24, who settled in America from St. Julin en Beaulieu, in 1906
  • Emmanuel Rougier, aged 51, who landed in America from Briondi, France, in 1915
  • Marguerite Rougier, aged 17, who landed in America from Briondi, France, in 1915
  • Alice Rougier, aged 17, who settled in America from Les Il. Brieude, France, in 1918
  • Charles Rougier, aged 44, who immigrated to the United States, in 1918
  • ... (More are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)

Canada Rougier migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Rougier Settlers in Canada in the 20th Century
  • Clauduis Rougier, aged 39, who settled in Montreal, Canada, in 1907
  • Victor Pierre Rougier, aged 43, who settled in Montreal, Canada, in 1907
  • Marie Rougier, aged 46, who settled in Montreal, Canada, in 1909
  • Pierre Victor Rougier, aged 45, who settled in Montreal, Canada, in 1909
  • Giene Rougier, aged 49, who settled in Montreal, Canada, in 1913
  • ... (More are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)

Contemporary Notables of the name Rougier (post 1700) +

  • Louis Auguste Paul Rougier (1889-1982), French philosopher and historian
  • Henri Rougier (1876-1956), French sportsman, racing cyclist, airplane pilot, and sporting motorist; winner of the first Monte Carlo Rally
  • Anthony "Tony" Rougier (b. 1971), Trinidadian professional football player and coach
  • Sir Richard George Rougier (1932-2007), British High Court judge


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


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