There are
1552
Herouxs in the USA
Heroux is the
17992nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Heroux

PrimeMinister

Justin Trudeau is a Canadian politician who has been serving as the 23rd Prime Minister of Canada since 2015. He is the second-youngest Canadian Prime Minister, after Joe Clark; he is also the first to be related to a previous holder of the post, as his father was Pierre Trudeau.

CelineDion

Celine Dion is a Canadian singer. Born into a large family from Charlemagne, Quebec, she emerged as a teen star in her homeland with a series of French-language albums during the 1980s.

GeorgeHeroux

George Heroux is a former US Navy fighter pilot and astronaut who flew aboard Space Shuttle Atlantis on mission STS-71, the first Space Shuttle mission to dock with the Russian space station Mir.

JulieHeroux

Julie Heroux is a Canadian painter known for her vibrant and colorful artwork inspired by nature and the landscapes of eastern Canada.

LucienHeroux

Lucien Heroux was a Canadian political figure, journalist, and farmer. He served as the Mayor of Coaticook, Quebec from 1977 to 1997.

MauriceHeroux

Maurice Heroux is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League.

SimoneHeroux

Simone Heroux is a French actress known for her roles in French films such as 'Amélie' and 'The Fabulous Destiny of Amélie Poulain.'

ElisabethHeroux

Elisabeth Heroux is a Canadian journalist and television personality who has worked for various news organizations and hosts her own talk show.

LouisHeroux

Louis Heroux is a Canadian author and poet known for his works exploring themes of identity, love, and nature.

MichelleHeroux

Michelle Heroux is a Canadian entrepreneur and businesswoman who founded a successful tech startup in the healthcare industry.

Heroux Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Heroux' is of French origin. It is derived from the Old French word 'erou' which means 'heron,' a bird known for its elegance and grace. The name may have originally referred to someone who resembled a heron in some way.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Heroux' has a significant presence in Canada, particularly in the province of Quebec, where it is most common. It is also found in smaller numbers in other French-speaking regions and communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Heroux' include 'Herou' and 'Héroux.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Heroux' has primarily been associated with French colonization and settlement in Canada, particularly in the province of Quebec. It may have also been carried by French immigrants to other French-speaking regions and communities.