Remond

Remond is a surname of French origin that appears in both Francophone and Anglophone contexts. While primarily used as a last name, it is occasionally found as a given name in some families.

The name is generally linked to the medieval French given name Remond (or Rémond), which in turn is thought to derive from Germanic elements that convey notions of counsel or protection. Variants of the spelling include Rémont and Remont, among others, reflecting regional pronunciation and historical records.

Notable people with the surname include Charles Lenox Remond (1810–1873), an early African American abolitionist and orator who campaigned against slavery in the United States. His sister, Sarah Parker Remond (circa 1826–1894), was also a prominent abolitionist lecturer who spoke across the United States and Europe. The Remond family figures in historical accounts of transatlantic anti-slavery networks and civil rights advocacy in the 19th century.

Distribution and usage of the name today show it as relatively uncommon, with occurrences in the United States and parts of Europe. It is linked to heritage that includes French origin as well as African American historical context through the abolitionist movement. Genealogical sources and historical records frequently document the surname in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

See also: Rémond, Remont, Remund.