There are
1387
Ruels in the USA
Ruel is the
19480th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Ruel

AthanaseRuel

Athanase Ruel was a Canadian politician who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Quebec.

GillesRuel

Gilles Ruel is a French cinematographer known for his work on films like '8 Women' and 'Potiche.'

StéphaneRuel

Stéphane Ruel is a former professional ice hockey player from Canada who played as a forward.

DanielRuel

Daniel Ruel is a French politician who served as a member of the National Assembly of France.

SergeRuel

Serge Ruel is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the NHL.

Jean-PierreRuel

Jean-Pierre Ruel is a French former professional soccer player who played as a midfielder.

NadègeRuel

Nadège Ruel is a French politician who has been serving as the mayor of Bretteville-du-Grand-Caux since 2020.

AnnieRuel

Annie Ruel is a Canadian model and actress known for her work in the film 'Le Garde du corps.'

CathyRuel

Cathy Ruel is a Canadian curler who won the World Curling Championship in 1999.

ThéophileRuel

Théophile Ruel was a French painter known for his landscape and genre paintings.

Ruel Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Ruel' is of French origin and is derived from the old French word 'ruhel,' meaning 'rue' or 'lane.' It was likely used to describe people who lived near a particular street or lane.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Ruel' is most prevalent in France and Canada, where it originated. It can also be found in other French-speaking countries and regions.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Ruel' include 'Ruelle,' 'Ruelles,' and 'Rouelle.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Ruel' primarily involve the movement of French settlers to Canada during the colonial era.