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The surname Lex was first found in Switzerland, where the name came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It was first found in the province or canton of Vaud. It later became more prominent as many branches of the same house acquired distant estates and branches, some in foreign countries, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Lex research. Another 60 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Lex History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Lex, de la Lex, De Lex, Lecks, Leck and others.
Notables of the time with the surname Lex were