Summary
French in origin, the surname PELLETIER dates back to medieval times and is derived from the occupation of a maker or seller of fur coats. The name is common in France and has spread to various other countries.17808
Pelletiers in the USA2026th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Pelletier
YvonPelletier
Yvon Pelletier is a Canadian politician who served as the Mayor of Laval, Quebec from 1981 to 1989.OlivierPelletier-Roy
Olivier Pelletier-Roy is a Canadian journalist and political commentator known for his work on the French-language news channel LCN.JulienPelletier
Julien Pelletier is a Canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Decline' and 'La petite reine.'GuylainePelletier
Guylaine Pelletier is a Canadian author and professor known for her work on women's rights and feminist literature.RichardPelletier
Richard Pelletier is a Canadian hockey player who played in the National Hockey League for the Detroit Red Wings and the New York Rangers.LisePelletier
Lise Pelletier is a Canadian author and publisher known for her contributions to Acadian literature and cultural preservation.PierrePelletier
Pierre Pelletier is a Canadian filmmaker known for his documentary films exploring social and environmental issues.Anne-MariePelletier
Anne-Marie Pelletier is a French theologian and biblical scholar known for her work on gender and Christian theology.Jean-PierrePelletier
Jean-Pierre Pelletier is a Canadian sculptor known for his large-scale public artworks made from recycled materials.SergePelletier
Serge Pelletier is a Canadian conductor and music educator known for his work with various symphony orchestras.Pelletier Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Pelletier' is of French origin. It is derived from the French word 'pelletier,' which means a maker or seller of fur garments or fur covers. The name likely originated as an occupational name for someone involved in the fur trade.
Geographic DistributionThe name 'Pelletier' is most commonly found in France and French-speaking regions, such as Quebec in Canada. It is also present in other French-speaking countries and regions, including Belgium and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Pelletier' include 'Peltier' and 'Pelletiere.'