Beaufour

Beaufour is a French surname, derived from a toponym. The name most likely originates from a place name meaning "beautiful ford" or "beautiful camp" (beau = beautiful, four = ford or camp, the latter being a variant of "bourg"). Toponymic surnames, such as Beaufour, were often adopted by individuals who originated from or resided near the place in question. Over time, variations in spelling may have occurred. The name can be found primarily in regions of France. There may also be instances of the name appearing in other countries due to emigration.