There are
3294
Prejeans in the USA
Prejean is the
9830th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Prejean

SisterHelen

American Roman Catholic nun and prominent anti-death penalty activist known for her book, 'Dead Man Walking', which was later adapted into a movie.

JohnPrejean

Louisiana politician who served as a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1968 to 1972.

J.D.Prejean

American professional baseball player who played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball in the 1970s and 1980s.

PierreFrançois

French sailor who participated in the American Revolutionary War and served as captain of the French warship 'Le Marseillais' during the Battle of Yorktown.

BrennanPrejean

American musician and songwriter known for his contributions to the Cajun music genre.

Prejean Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Prejean' originated in France.
Geographic DistributionThe surname is particularly associated with the region of Brittany in northwestern France.
VariationsCommon variations of the surname include 'Préjean', 'Pregen', 'Prégene', 'Prejan', and 'Prejhan'.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Prejean' occurred predominantly during the late 18th century and throughout the 19th century. Many individuals bearing this surname migrated from France to various countries, including Canada and the United States. Reasons for migration and immigration were primarily economic opportunities, political instability, and the desire for a better life in the new settlements.