The Roussel Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Roussel, its origins in France, and the story behind a Roussel family crest.
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Origin of the Roussel name
Roussel is a French diminutive of rous, "red", a nickname for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. It is common in northern and western France, especially Normandy and Brittany, and is well established in Quebec. Related forms include Rousseau and Roux.
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This overview covers the Roussel name in France. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Canada, Belgium and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Roussel name FAQ
What does the Roussel name mean?
Little red-haired one. Common variants include Rousseau, Roux, Rousset.
Where does the Roussel surname come from?
It originates in France, and is also found in Canada, Belgium and the United States.
Is there a Roussel coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Roussel crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Roussel 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).