Niblack History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Niblack surname is thought to derive from the Middle English word "nibbe," which was a form of "neb," which meant "nose." Early Origins of the Niblack familyThe surname Niblack was first found in Gloucestershire where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the early census rolls taken by the early Kings of Britain to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects. Early History of the Niblack familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Niblack research. Another 136 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1584, 1602, 1664, 1764, 1798, 1808, 1862 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Niblack History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Niblack 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. Niblack has been spelled many different ways, including Niblet, Niblick, Niblock,Niblett, Neblit, Neblitt, Niblit and many more. Early Notables of the Niblack familyMore information is included under the topic Early Niblack Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Niblack family to IrelandSome of the Niblack family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
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 Niblacks to arrive in North America: Niblack Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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