BOULANGER
Boulanger
Boulanger is a British surname with French origins, derived from the French word boulanger, meaning "baker." The surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a baker or owned a bakery.
History
The Boulanger surname first appeared in England during the Norman Conquest of 1066, when the Normans brought the name over from France. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Boulanger have been found throughout various regions of England, with notable concentrations in urban areas where bakery businesses prospered.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Boulanger include:
- Emilie Boulanger (1803-1876): A renowned pastry chef known for her exquisite confectionery creations in Victorian England.
- Sir William Boulanger (1920-1998): A prominent businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the arts and education in Britain.
- Alice Boulanger (born 1985): A contemporary chef who has gained recognition for modernising traditional British baking techniques.
Legacy
The Boulanger surname has left a lasting impact on British culinary heritage, particularly in the realm of baking. Many modern bakeries in the UK may trace their roots back to families with the Boulanger surname, carrying on the tradition of producing high-quality baked goods.
References
- Mills, Anthony David. A Dictionary of British Surnames. Oxford University Press, 2003.
- Wilson, Richard. British Baking through the Ages. National Baking Society, 2010.
There are approximately 88 people named Boulanger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Boulanger.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: France
Language of origin: French