Last Name Egreteau

The surname Egreteau is of French origin. It is derived from the word "egret," which refers to a type of bird known for its white plumage and long feathers. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with a resemblance to the egret bird or who had the characteristics of grace and elegance associated with the bird.

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• INSEE statistics on the surname "egreteau"
• Global distribution of the surname on Forebears.io
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