| ![Show Contents]() Figgins History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 England Early Origins of the Figgins familyThe surname Figgins was first found in Cambridgeshire where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor. The Saxon influence of English history diminished after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The language of the courts was French for the next three centuries and the Norman ambience prevailed. But Saxon surnames survived and the family name was first referenced in the 13th century when they held estates in that shire. Early History of the Figgins familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Figgins research. Another 162 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1102, 1139, 1234, 1273, 1391, 1429, 1455, 1487, 1510, 1533, 1600, 1645, 1660, 1695, 1719, 1730, 1734 and 1992 are included under the topic Early Figgins History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Figgins Spelling VariationsThe first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Figgins has been spelled many different ways, including Figg, Figgiss, Figgess, Figgins, Figgin, Figges, Figgess, Figgs, Fig, Fyge, Fygg, Fygge, Ficke, Feek and many more. Early Notables of the Figgins familyDistinguished members of the family include James Figg (1695-1734), English bare-knuckle boxer, generally agreed first English bare-knuckle boxing champion, reigning from 1719 to 1730 or 1734...
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 Figgins migration to the United States | + |
Thousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Figginss to arrive in North America:
Figgins Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Mrs. E.A. Figgins, (b. 1863), aged 36, American returning from Cornwall, UK travelling aboard the ship "Oceanic" arriving at Ellis Island, New York on 13th September 1899 en route to New York, USA 1
| Figgins migration to Australia | + |
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Figgins Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century- Charles Figgins, who arrived in Adelaide, Australia aboard the ship "Cressy" in 1847 2
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Figgins migration to the United States 
Figgins migration to Australia 
