Nibb History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Nibb familyThe surname Nibb was first found in Somerset, where they held a family seat from early times. Early History of the Nibb familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Nibb research. Another 87 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1327, 1377, 1604, 1640, 1650, 1711, 1722, 1734, 1746 and 1787 are included under the topic Early Nibb History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Nibb Spelling VariationsBefore English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago, spelling variations of names were a common occurrence. Elements of Latin, French and other languages became incorporated into English through the Middle Ages, and name spellings changed even among the literate. The variations of the surname Nibb include Knibb, Knibbs, Knebb, Knibs, Nybbe, Nibb, Nibbs and others. Early Notables of the Nibb familyDistinguished members of the family include
A great wave of immigration to the New World was the result of the enormous political and religious disarray that struck England at that time. Families left for the New World in extremely large numbers. The long journey was the end of many immigrants and many more arrived sick and starving. Still, those who made it were rewarded with an opportunity far greater than they had known at home in England. These emigrant families went on to make significant contributions to these emerging colonies in which they settled. Some of the first North American settlers carried this name or one of its variants: Nibb Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
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