Phélypeaux

Phélypeaux is a French surname. Notable individuals bearing this name include members of a prominent aristocratic family. The Phélypeaux family held significant political and administrative positions in France, particularly during the Ancien Régime.

One of the most famous members was Louis Phélypeaux, Comte de Pontchartrain (1643-1727), who served as Chancellor of France and Secretary of State. He played a crucial role in the government of Louis XIV. Another significant figure was his son, Jérôme Phélypeaux, Comte de Pontchartrain (1674-1747), who also held ministerial roles.

The family's influence extended through generations, with various members serving in important capacities within the French monarchy. Their lineage is a subject of interest for historians studying French political history and the aristocracy of the period. The name Phélypeaux is thus closely associated with the administrative and governmental structures of pre-revolutionary France.