Panafieu is a French surname. It is relatively uncommon. Information about the origin and specific meaning of the name is limited, though it, like many French surnames, likely evolved from a geographic location, occupation, or distinguishing characteristic of an ancestor. Further genealogical research would be needed to determine the precise etymology.
Notable people with this surname include:
- Françoise de Panafieu (born 1948): A French politician, member of the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP), and former member of the National Assembly representing Paris. She also served as Mayor of the 9th arrondissement of Paris.
