Courval

Courval is a surname of French origin. It is derived from a place name, likely a hamlet or small village, that was once associated with a "cour" or "court," potentially a feudal court or a farmyard. The "val" element signifies a valley. Thus, the surname Courval likely referred to someone who lived near or was associated with the court in the valley.

The surname can be found primarily in France, and through emigration, it has also spread to other countries, particularly Canada (specifically Quebec) and the United States. Individuals bearing this surname may be descendants of early French settlers in those regions.

Genealogical research may be required to trace the specific origins of individual families bearing the Courval surname to a particular location in France. Variations in spelling may also exist depending on regional dialects and historical records. The etymology of the name provides insight into the ancestral geography and possibly the social status of the initial bearers of the name.