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Early Origins of the Desnos family

The surname Desnos was first found in Holland, 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 North Brabant, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Eindhoven, Helmund and Tilburg. Historically one province, it is now North and South, the north being a part of Holland. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Desnos family

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Desnos Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Dosner, Dossemer, Dötscher, Desneux, Desnos, Datzner and many more.

Early Notables of the Desnos family

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Desnos Ranking

In France, the name Desnos is the 4,213rd most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 1

Migration of the Desnos family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: P. Disnor, who was recorded in a list of passengers arriving in San Francisco in 1852.


Contemporary Notables of the name Desnos (post 1700) +

  • Youki Desnos, Actress
  • Yves Desnos, Director
  • Robert Desnos, Writer


  1. http://www.journaldesfemmes.com/nom-de-famille/nom/


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