Jouffroy

Jouffroy (pronounced "zhoo-frwah") is a French surname. It can refer to:

• Alain Jouffroy (1928-2015): A French poet, essayist, and art critic. He was a member of the Surrealist movement and wrote extensively on contemporary art and literature.

• Théodore Simon Jouffroy (1796-1842): A French philosopher, professor, and politician. He was a prominent figure in the French philosophical landscape of the 19th century, known for his eclectic approach that incorporated elements of Scottish Common Sense Realism, idealism, and sensationalism. He translated Dugald Stewart's works into French and advocated for the study of psychology as a foundation for philosophy. His philosophical work explored themes of free will, moral responsibility, and the nature of consciousness.