Where does the last name Army originate from ?

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Army Name Meaning and History
Probably an Americanised form of French Armée, literally ‘armed’, hence a byname for a soldier or guard.
Hope this helps.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: This is all that I could find for you in relation to the name.
Army Name Meaning and History
Probably an Americanised form of French Armée, literally ‘armed’, hence a byname for a soldier or guard.
Hope this helps.

I thought ' army ' meant ' military land forces of a nation ?