Durand
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The last name Durand, derived directly from its latin root (Durandus) meaning Strong, Willful, and Enduring.
- Asher Brown Durand, American painter
- Guillaume Durand, Medieval liturgist whose work was revived in the 19th century.
- Jacky Durand, French professional cyclist
- Jean-Nicolas-Louis Durand, French author, teacher and architect.
- Joël-François Durand, French composer (1954-).
- Marie-Auguste Durand, French composer and publisher of music (1830-1909).
- William F. Durand, pioneering aeronautical engineer
Durand is the name of a few places in the United States:
- The Durand-Hedden House, in New Jersey
- Durand, Illinois
- Durand, Michigan
- Durand, Wisconsin
- Durand (town), Wisconsin
- Durand Township, Illinois
- Durand Township, Minnesota
The Durand line refers to a poorly marked boundary between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Try also Durant.