The surname Bouknight was first found in Belgium, 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 Flanders, a province in Belgium, based on the ancient county of Bruge. Within this province the notable towns are Ostend, Furnes and Bruges. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.
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Early History of the Bouknight family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bouknight research. Another 68 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1446 and 1526 are included under the topic Early Bouknight History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Bouknight Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Bornuyt, Boornuyt, Bournight, Bourknight, Boornuyt, Boornoot, Boornite, Bournite, Boornyte, Bornyte, van Bornuyt, Bourknight, Bournight and many more.
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Early Notables of the Bouknight family
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Bouknight Ranking
In the United States, the name Bouknight is the 17,031st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
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Migration of the Bouknight family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: including many settlers were recorded from the mid 17th century onward in the great migration from Europe to the New World.
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