Daumas (surname)

Daumas is a French surname.

Origin and Meaning:

The surname Daumas is of Occitan origin, specifically from the southern region of France. It is a topographic name derived from the Occitan word "mas," meaning "farm" or "estate." The "dau" prefix is a contracted form of "de," meaning "of" or "from." Thus, Daumas signifies someone who lived on or near a farm or estate. It could also indicate someone who came from a place called "Mas."

Distribution:

The surname Daumas is predominantly found in France, particularly in the southern regions. It is also present, to a lesser extent, in other countries with historical connections to France, such as Canada and the United States.

Notable People with the Surname Daumas:

• Gaspard Daumas (1779-1855), a French admiral.
• Melchior Joseph Eugène Daumas (1803-1871), a French general and writer on Algerian affairs.

Variations:

Variations of the surname Daumas may include Dumas, Dumais, and Mas.