Surname · French origin
Durand
Meaning
The surname Durand means Enduring, firm.
Origin
French
Type
descriptive
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Durand
Durand comes from the Latin durare, “to endure.”
What kind of surname is Durand?
Durand is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the French naming tradition — you can read how French surnames were formed on our French last names page.
Variants & spellings of Durand
You may also see this surname written as:
- Durant
Other French surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Durand mean?
The surname Durand means Enduring, firm. Durand comes from the Latin durare, “to endure.”
Where does the surname Durand come from?
Durand is a surname of French origin.
What kind of surname is Durand?
Durand is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Durand?
Variant spellings of Durand include Durant.
What are other French surnames?
Other French surnames include Bernard, Blanc, Dubois, Dumont, Duval, Faure.