The surname Glavinan 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 Brabant, an ancient duchy from 1190 onward. Within the province Brussels and Louvain are the major cities and the smaller Clabecq, Tubize and Wavre towns. Other towns include Vilvorde, Tirlemont and Hal. 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 Glavinan family
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Glavinan Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Glaviman, Glavimans, Glavenas, Glauweman, Glaufeman, Glevenman and many more.
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Early Notables of the Glavinan family
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Migration of the Glavinan family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: settlers were recorded from the mid 17th century onward in the great migration from Europe to the New World.
Belgium
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