Show ContentsLewens History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The Lewens surname comes from a Middle English given name Lefwine, which in turn comes from the Old English elements "leof," which meant "dear" or "beloved," and "wine," or "friend."

Early Origins of the Lewens family

The surname Lewens was first found in Shropshire.

Early History of the Lewens family

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Lewens Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lewin, Lewins, Lewens, Lewinson and others.

Early Notables of the Lewens family

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Migration of the Lewens family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Mary Lewin was recorded as having arrived in Virginia in 1638; Charles Lewen arrived in Maryland in 1669; William Lewin arrived in New England in 1712.



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