Show ContentsDe maison History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The distinguished surname De maison originated in the beautiful and majestic country of France. The surname De maison is an occupational name, which means that it is a type of hereditary surname. Occupational names were derived from the name of the primary occupation of the first person who used the name. In this case it is derived from the Old French word machun, which meant "stone cutter." Accordingly, the original bearer of this name was a worker in stone or mason.

Early Origins of the De maison family

The surname De maison was first found in Provence, where this illustrious family has held a family seat since ancient times.

Early History of the De maison family

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De maison Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Masson, Masond, Masonde, Mason, Masen, Masons and many more.

Early Notables of the De maison family

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Migration of the De maison family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Gilles Masson, who came to Québec, where he married Marie-Jeanne Gauthier in1668; Jacques Masson, who wedding to Jeanne Jousselot of Québec ws in 1670.



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