Lusignan History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe French surname Lusignan is of patronymic origin, as it is derived from the personal name of the original bearer's father. The name Lusignan is most likely derived from Saint Lucianus, an apostle and martyr in the third and fourth centuries. The name was common to name a child after a revered saint, many people whose father's were named after Lucianus used the surname Lusignan. Early Origins of the Lusignan familyThe surname Lusignan was first found in the region of Marne in the northern province of Champagne. However, as the surname is derived from a personal name, it was common throughout most of France. Early History of the Lusignan familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Lusignan research. Another 104 words (7 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Lusignan History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Lusignan Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Lucien, Lucian, Luciano, Luciani, Lucienne and many more. Early Notables of the Lusignan familyNotable amongst the family during this period was the prefect of Egypt, at the height of the Roman Empire, whose name was simply Lucien. He was born in Samosate during...
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Lusignan Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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