GOSSELIN
Gosselin
Gosselin is a unique British surname with a rich history and heritage. The surname has Norman roots, derived from the Old French personal name Gosselin, which means "arrow shaft".
The Gosselin family is believed to have originated in Normandy, France, and later migrated to England during the Norman Conquest in the eleventh century. The name Gosselin was first recorded in England in the Domesday Book of 1086.
Over the centuries, the Gosselin surname has spread across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in regions such as Cornwall, Devon, and Hampshire. Members of the Gosselin family have been involved in various occupations, including farming, trade, and maritime activities.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Gosselin can be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and around the world. The name has also gained prominence in popular culture, with the reality TV show "Jon & Kate Plus 8" featuring a family with the surname Gosselin.
The Gosselin surname continues to be a unique and distinguished part of British heritage, reflecting the diverse origins and history of the British Isles.
There are approximately 43 people named Gosselin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Gosselin.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Guy
- John
- Mathieu
- Michael
- Peter
Female
- Claude
- Josee
- Sybil
- Vicki