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Origin of Abide Total Records: 1  Origin of Abide, Meaning of Abide Origin: The name of Robidou is a pejorative diminutive of Robert and is traced back to the 13th century in Tintiniac, France, where last names were taken or given based on where the family was living; from a peculiarity of his body; from his job; or in this case from the surname being used. I have come across many spellings of the name during my research. - from The Robidous in North America 350 Years 1643- 1993 Published U.S.A. 1993. Surnames: Rabideau, Robidoux Submitted by: Laura Johnson 11/9/2009 11:26 AM Page 1 of 1

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