|
![Show Contents]() Lewins History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
The Lewins 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 Lewins familyThe surname Lewins was first found in Shropshire where the family was anciently seated. Early History of the Lewins familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Lewins 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 Lewins History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Lewins Spelling VariationsEndless spelling variations are a prevailing characteristic of Norman surnames. Old and Middle English lacked any definite spelling rules, and the introduction of Norman French added an unfamiliar ingredient to the English linguistic stew. French and Latin, the languages of the court, also influenced spellings. Finally, Medieval scribes generally spelled words according to how they sounded, so one person was often referred to by different spellings in different documents. The name has been spelled Lewin, Lewins, Lewens, Lewinson and others. Early Notables of the Lewins 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...
Another 31 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Lewins Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
 Lewins migration to the United States | + |
To escape the political and religious persecution within England at the time, many English families left for the various British colonies abroad. The voyage was extremely difficult, though, and the cramped, dank ships caused many to arrive in the New World diseased and starving. But for those who made it, the trip was most often worth it. Many of the families who arrived went on to make valuable contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families reveals a number of immigrants bearing the name Lewins or a variant listed above:
Lewins Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Fider Lewins, aged 27, who immigrated to the United States, in 1895
- Sara Lewins, aged 60, who immigrated to the United States, in 1896
Lewins Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Frank Lewins, aged 23, who landed in America from Newcastle, in 1903
- Chris Lewins, aged 40, who settled in America, in 1921
- Henry Lewins, aged 34, who immigrated to America, in 1923
- Robert Lewins, aged 30, who landed in America from Croydon, England, in 1923
|
Lewins migration to the United States 
England-Alt
