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Early Origins of the Givins family

The surname Givins was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in North Brabant, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Eindhoven, Helmund and Tilburg. Historically one province, it is now North and South, the north being a part of Holland. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Givins family

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Givins Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Giffen, Given, Givel, Givert, Geven, Gevel, Gevenich and many more.

Early Notables of the Givins family

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Migration of the Givins family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: those recorded from the mid 17th century onward in the great migration from Europe to the New World.


Contemporary Notables of the name Givins (post 1700) +

  • Ernest Pastell Givins Jr., (b. 1964), former professional American NFL football player


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