This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Chatillon2 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.godin/366.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Goddeau is not a derivative of Godin. Godins going to the US in the late 1800's early 1900's were usually recorded as GOODIN, GODDARD, GOODINE, or GOODIN. Not many changed their name back to Godin or Gaudin. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.