Bruneteau

Bruneteau is a surname of French origin. It is a diminutive form of the name "Brunet," itself a diminutive of "Brun," meaning "brown" in French. Thus, Bruneteau can be interpreted as "little brown one." The name is found primarily in France and Canada, particularly Quebec, reflecting historical French migration. As a surname, it would have been initially used to distinguish individuals with brown hair or complexion within a community. People with this surname may also trace their ancestry back to a specific region or family line where the name originated.