Reen History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Reen familyThe surname Reen was first found in Shropshire where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor. The Saxon influence of English history diminished after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The language of the courts was French for the next three centuries and the Norman ambience prevailed. But Saxon surnames survived and the family name was first referenced in the 13th century when they held estates in that shire. Early History of the Reen familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Reen research. Another 142 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1140, 1172, 1350, 1455, 1487, 1510 and 1600 are included under the topic Early Reen History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Reen Spelling VariationsIt is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Reen are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Reen include: Frayne, Freyne, Frene, Frenye, Freny, Frenney, Frenny, Frennes, Frenes, Frenye, Frain, Frayn, Fraine and many more. Early Notables of the Reen familyMore information is included under the topic Early Reen Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Reen family to IrelandSome of the Reen family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Reen or a variant listed above: Reen Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Reen Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Reen Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
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