Sorel

Sorel is a name used as a surname, a given name, a place name, and, in commercial use, a brand. The surname Sorel is of French origin and has been borne by various individuals, including notable thinkers and artists.

Georges Sorel (1847–1922) was a French philosopher and socialist theorist whose writings on myth, violence, and social cohesion influenced later political thought. Sorel Etrog (1931–2014) was a Romanian-born Canadian artist and sculptor known for his abstract works.

As a given name, Sorel appears in the name of artists such as Sorel Etrog, illustrating its use beyond a family surname.

Sorel also refers to a geographic location in Canada. The city of Sorel is in the Montérégie region of Quebec, situated on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River. In 2000, Sorel merged with the nearby city of Tracy to form the bilingual municipality of Sorel-Tracy, a center of industry and transportation in the region.

In contemporary consumer branding, SOREL is a brand of winter footwear and apparel known for rugged, waterproof boots and lifestyle footwear. The brand originated in Canada and has become widely distributed in North American markets and beyond.

Overall, Sorel encompasses people, a place with historical ties to Quebec’s maritime economy, and a modern footwear label, illustrating its diverse use across culture, geography, and commerce.