TheNameDBBrieux
TopographicMeaning
A surname possibly derived from a French place name or a diminutive form of a personal name.
Etymology
The name may originate from a French topographic location or derive from Old French personal name elements. The suffix '-eux' suggests a descriptive or locational origin.
About the Brieux Surname
A French surname with uncertain but likely topographic or personal name origins. The name is relatively uncommon outside France.
Distribution
Primarily France, particularly in northern regions.
Notable Bearers
Eugène Brieux (French playwright, 1858-1932)