Chimnay History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Early Origins of the Chimnay family

Early History of the Chimnay family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Chimnay research. Another 50 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1275, 1327, 1377, 1453 and 1457 are included under the topic Early Chimnay History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Chimnay Spelling Variations

Chimnay has been spelled many different ways. Before English spelling became standardized over the last few hundred years, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. As the English language changed in the Middle Ages, absorbing pieces of Latin and French, as well as other languages, the spelling of people's names also changed considerably, even over a single lifetime. Many variations of the name Chimnay have been found, including Chimney, Chimyne, Chymene, Chymney, Chimnay and others.

Early Notables of the Chimnay family

Notables of this surname at this time include:

• William Chimnay, a prominent landowner in 15th century Yorkshire

Migration of the Chimnay family

In an attempt to escape the chaos experienced in England, many English families boarded overcrowded and diseased ships sailing for the shores of North America and other British colonies. Those families hardy enough, and lucky enough, to make the passage intact were rewarded with land and a social environment less prone to religious and political persecution. Many of these families became important contributors to the young colonies in which they settled. Early immigration and passenger lists have documented some of the first Chimnays to arrive on North American shores: Amelia Chymny, who settled in Maryland; and Michael Chymny, who arrived in Maryland in 1910.