The surname Vignron 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 Namur, a province in Belgium. The old citadel was the castle of the ancient counts of Namur. The districts include Namur, Dinant, and Philippeville. 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 Vignron family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vignron research. Another 112 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1600, 1736 and 1742 are included under the topic Early Vignron History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Vignron Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Vignron, Vignon, Vigneron, Vigne, Vignes, Vigna and many more.
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Early Notables of the Vignron family
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including
the Vignron family of Belgium
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Migration of the Vignron family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Rene Vigneron, who came to Canada in 1647; Michel Vignon, who came to Montreal in 1650; Adam Vigne, who arrived in Virginia in 1714; Jeanne Vigneron, who settled in Louisiana sometime between 1717 and 1721.
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