Find out how popular the first name Boudreaux has been for the last 3 years (from 2022 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Boudreaux by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Boudreaux is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Boudreaux.

The history of the first name Boudreaux

The name Boudreaux has its origins in the French language and culture, particularly in the region of Normandy in northern France. It is a variant of the French surname Boudreaux, which itself is derived from the Old French word "bouder," meaning "to pout" or "to sulk."

The earliest recorded use of the name Boudreaux dates back to the 12th century, when it appeared in various medieval records and documents from the Normandy region. During this time, surnames were beginning to be adopted by families, often based on physical or personality traits, occupations, or place names.

While there are no direct historical references to the name Boudreaux in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its French origins suggest that it may have been influenced by the spread of Christianity and the French language throughout Europe during the Middle Ages.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Boudreaux was Jean Boudreaux, a Norman nobleman who lived in the late 12th century. Another notable figure was Pierre Boudreaux, a French explorer and navigator who accompanied Jacques Cartier on his voyages to North America in the 16th century.

In the 17th century, the name Boudreaux gained prominence in the French colony of Acadia, which is now part of eastern Canada. Many Acadians with the surname Boudreaux settled in Louisiana after being expelled from Acadia by the British in the 1760s, contributing to the name's enduring presence in that region.

Other notable individuals with the first name Boudreaux include:

1. Boudreaux Leblanc (1899-1972), an American businessman and philanthropist from Louisiana.
2. Boudreaux Fontenot (1920-2005), a Cajun fiddler and musician from Louisiana.
3. Boudreaux Thibodeaux (1928-2012), a Cajun accordion player and singer from Louisiana.
4. Boudreaux Benoit (1932-1987), an American singer and musician from Louisiana.
5. Boudreaux Melancon (1941-1997), an American politician and member of the Louisiana House of Representatives.

These examples highlight the strong connection between the name Boudreaux and the Cajun and Creole cultures of Louisiana, where it has remained a popular first name for generations.

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