Lewon Surname HistoryThe Lewon surname comes from a Middle English given name Lefwine, which in turn comes from the Old English elements "leof," which meant "dear" or "beloved," and "wine," which meant "friend." Early Origins of the Lewon familyThe surname Lewon was first found in Shropshire where the family was anciently seated. Early History of the Lewon familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Lewon research. Another 202 words (14 lines of text) covering the years 1010, 1086, 1275, 1292, 1327, 1576, 1602, 1659, 1661, 1712 and 1820 are included under the topic Early Lewon History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Lewon Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Lewin, Lewins, Lewens, Lewinson and others. Early Notables of the Lewon familyOutstanding amongst the family at this time was Justinian Lewyn (Lewen) knighted May 12, 1661; and John Lowin (1576-1659), an English actor, became associated with the theatrical world by 1602. Born in... Migration of the Lewon familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Mary Lewin was recorded as having arrived in Virginia in 1638; Charles Lewen arrived in Maryland in 1669; William Lewin arrived in New England in 1712.
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