The surname Hainault 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 Hainault, a province in Belgium, based on the ancient county of Hainaut. Within this province the notable towns are Mons, the capital city, Charleroi, Tournai, Soignies and Thuin.
Philippa of Hainault (1314-1369), was Queen of Edward III, daughter of William, called the Good, Count of Holland and Hainault (d. 1337.) 1
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Early History of the Hainault family
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Hainault Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Hainaut, Hainault, Hainnault, Hainaux, Hainfray, Haine, Haineville and many more.
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Early Notables of the Hainault family
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including the Hainaut family of Hainaut. Of the counts of Hainaut was William I, Count of Hainaut (1286-1337); he... Another 28 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Hainault Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Hainault family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Simon Heon, who arrived in Quebec in 1642; Jacques Henault, who settled in Quebec in 1659; Jean Henault and Ouerre Henault, who came to Louisiana in 1719.
Contemporary Notables of the name Hainault (post 1700)
Belgium
