Robineau is a French surname. It is a diminutive of Robin, which itself is a diminutive of Robert, a Germanic given name meaning "bright fame." The name has been borne by several notable individuals across various fields.
Notable People
- Adelaide Alsop Robineau (1865–1929): An influential American ceramist, celebrated for her highly artistic and technically complex porcelain work. She was a pioneer in high-fired porcelain in the United States and is particularly known for her monumental "Scarab Vase," which took over 1,000 hours to complete. Robineau also served as the editor and publisher of Keramic Studio, a prominent pottery magazine of her time. Her work is held in major museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Everson Museum of Art.
- Maurice Robineau (1888–1965): A French rugby union player who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics.
- Henri Robineau (born 1904, date of death unknown): A French fencer who competed in the individual foil event at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
- René Robineau (1927–2009): A French architect known for his contributions to modern architecture.