Bouchot (surname)

The surname Bouchot is a French surname. It is a diminutive form of "bouche," the French word for mouth. Therefore, the name likely originated as a nickname for someone with a distinctive mouth, perhaps a large mouth, a speaking ability, or a facial characteristic relating to the mouth.

The name Bouchot is found primarily in France. Like many surnames, variations in spelling may exist.

Due to the commonality of the root word and the nature of nicknames evolving into surnames, tracing a specific Bouchot family line can be challenging. Genealogical research is often necessary to determine the origins and history of a particular family bearing this surname.