Simard is a French surname derived from the Germanic given name Sigimar. The name Sigimar itself originates from the Old German elements sigu "victory" and mari "famous", making its root name Siegmar literally "famous victory."The surname Simard is primarily found in France, especially in regions with historical Germanic influence such as Normandy and eastern departments, reflecting the old Germanic naming tradition. It was likely a patronymic surname, originally denoting “son of Sigimar.” As with many French surnames, the -ard suffix often indicates a Germanic origin, typical of names derived from Frankish or other West Germanic personal names.Among notable bearers are Charles-Émile-Claude Simard (1837–1919), a Canadian Roman Catholic priest and bishop; Pierre Simard (born 1970), a Canadian professional ice hockey player; and Robert Simard, a Canadian author. The name also appears in Quebec, brought by early French settlers.Meaning: Famous victoryOrigin: Germanic, via FrenchType: SurnameUsage regions: France, Quebec