There are
1702
Becnels in the USA
Becnel is the
16781st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Becnel

JeanBecnel

Jean Becnel was a French historian and archaeologist known for her research on medieval architecture and sculpture.

RaymondBecnel

Raymond Becnel was an American politician who served as a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives.

HarryBecnel

Harry Becnel was a professional baseball player who played as a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros.

ClariceBecnel

Clarice Becnel is a contemporary American artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed media artwork.

BillBecnel

Bill Becnel is a renowned trial lawyer and founder of the Becnel Law Firm, specializing in personal injury cases.

KevinBecnel

Kevin Becnel is an American author known for his mystery novels, including 'Murder in the French Quarter' and 'Beneath the Bayou Moon.'

MarieBecnel

Marie Becnel is a French actress known for her roles in films like 'Jean de Florette' and 'Manon des Sources.'

PhilipBecnel

Philip Becnel is an American author and screenwriter known for his satirical novel 'Lunch with Lucille' and the screenplay for the film 'Earthquake Bird.'

LindaBecnel

Linda Becnel is an American author of romance novels, including 'Beneath a Southern Sky' and 'Bayou Moon.'

ReneeBecnel

Renee Becnel is an American chef and cookbook author known for her Cajun and Creole recipes.

Becnel Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Becnel' is of French origin and is derived from the personal name 'Becnel', which is a variant of 'Bénédict' meaning 'blessed' or 'blessing'.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Becnel' is most commonly found in France and the United States. It is especially prevalent in the southern states of Louisiana and Mississippi.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Becnel' include 'Becnelle', 'Becniel', and 'Bécenel'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Becnel' has been carried by immigrants to the United States, particularly during the 19th century when many French settlers arrived in Louisiana.