Guilbaud History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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France

Etymology of Guilbaud

What does the name Guilbaud mean?

The French surname Guilbaud is thought to be derived from a Germanic personal name composed of the elements "Wil," meaning will or desire and "Berht," meaning bright or famous.

Early Origins of the Guilbaud family

The surname Guilbaud was first found in Poitou where they held a family seat in the Seigneurie of Guilbault, which was originally spelled Guillebeau. The Seigneurie originated in 1456, taking its name from the noble family in that district.

Early History of the Guilbaud family

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Guilbaud Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Guilbaud, Guilbault, Guillebault, Guilbeault, Guilbot, Guillebeau, Guilbeaux, Guilbeau, Guillebot, De Guilbault and many more.

Early Notables of the Guilbaud family

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Guilbaud Ranking

France, the name Guilbaud is the 713^rd most popular surname with an estimated 6,808 people with that name. 1

Guilbaud migration to Canada +

Guilbaud Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century

Joseph Guilbaud, aged 29, who arrived in St Pierre and Miquelon in 1767

Sources +

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