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Bardet is a surname of French origin. It is believed to derive from a Germanic personal name, possibly "Barto," meaning "bright." The name is relatively common in France, particularly in the northern regions.

Several notable individuals have borne the surname Bardet. Among them is Auguste Bardet, a French physician and bacteriologist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He made contributions to the study of infectious diseases. Another is Pierre Bardet, a French diplomat who served in various international roles during the 20th century.

The Bardet surname can also be associated with geographical locations in France. For instance, there are hamlets and small localities named Bardet in different departments.

In some contexts, "Bardet" might refer to the Bardet-Biedl syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. However, this syndrome is named after physicians Jean Bardet and Guido Fanconi, who independently described it in the early 20th century, and the surname itself does not inherently denote this condition. The surname's prevalence and historical usage indicate its primary association with individuals and places of French heritage.