Melot Surname HistoryEarly Origins of the Melot familyThe surname Melot was first found in Burgundy (French: Bourgogne), an administrative and historical region of east-central France where the family has been traced from ancient times. The family branched into Ile-de-France, Bourgogne, Dauphiné, Lorraine, Savoie, and they became the Barons of Challes and Barons of Faverges. Among the most recognized were: Theodore Millet, Colonel, who was named Knight of the Empire in 1810, then Baron of the Empire in 1813; Jean-François Millet (1814-1875), who was a talented painter, designer, and engraver. Today, parts of France are proud to be associated with such a dedicated family. Early History of the Melot familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Melot research. Another 115 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1450, 1539, 1572, 1582, 1642, 1679, 1686, 1708 and 1719 are included under the topic Early Melot History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Melot Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Millet, Milliet, Millez, Millais, Millay, Millets, Milet, Milez, Milais, Milets, Milay, de Millet and many more. Early Notables of the Melot familyNotable amongst the family at this time was Theodore Millet, Colonel, Knight of the Empire; Francisque Millet (1642-1679), also known as Jean-François Milée or Millet I, a... Melot RankingIn France, the name Melot is the 2,704th most popular surname with an estimated 2,000 - 2,500 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Melot Settlers in Canada in the 17th Century
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