Chastant History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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France

The prestigious surname Chastant originated in the beautiful and majestic region of Poitou in France. France was notorious for its eccentric kings, but it was revered for its contributions to European art and culture. The surname Chastant originally came from the region of Poitou. It is a topographical name, which is a type of hereditary surname. Topographical surnames were taken from physical features or landmarks that the family lived near.

Early Origins of the Chastant family

The surname Chastant was first found in Poitou, where the family held a family seat since early times.

This family expanded through alliances with other important families, such as the Girard family. Seventeen branches formed from the members of this family. Three members of the family were knights who took part in the crusades of the day. Also in the family were chamberlains of the king, state advisors, knights of the Temple and knights of Saint John of Jerusalem, knights of the king's orders, and several members were admitted to the honours of the Court in 1776, and again in 1780.

Early History of the Chastant family

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Chastant Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Chastain, Chastin, Chastaing, Chastaignier, Chastainier, Chastagnier, Chastang, Chastand, Chastant, Chastan, Châtain, Châtin, Châtaing, Châtaignier, Châteignier, Châtainier, Châtand, Châtan, Chataignon and many more.

Early Notables of the Chastant family

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Chastant migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Chastant Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

M. Chastant, who was in possession of property in New Orleans in 1731