Gondouin

Gondouin is a French surname. It is likely derived from a Germanic personal name, possibly "Gundwin," composed of the elements "gund" meaning "war" or "battle" and "win" meaning "friend."

Surnames such as Gondouin often originated from patronymic naming conventions, where a person was identified by their father's given name. Over time, these names became hereditary surnames.

Individuals with the surname Gondouin can be found primarily in France. Genealogical research may reveal specific regions or historical contexts associated with the name's distribution. The surname, like many others, may have variations in spelling.