Brawner History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Brawner is from the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture of the Britain and comes from Hildebrand,, an Old Norman name which means fiery sword. Early Origins of the Brawner familyThe surname Brawner was first found in Surrey where they held a family seat from very ancient times, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Brawner familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Brawner research. Another 71 words (5 lines of text) covering the year 1604 is included under the topic Early Brawner History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Brawner 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. Brawner has been spelled many different ways, including Brawne, Brawn, Brawnes and others. Early Notables of the Brawner familyMore information is included under the topic Early Brawner Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Brawner RankingIn the United States, the name Brawner is the 6,098th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1 Migration of the Brawner family to IrelandSome of the Brawner 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 Brawners to arrive in North America: Brawner Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Brawner Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
|