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The Panther surname is derived from the Middle English/Old French word "panetier" and was an occupational name from the office of master-baker. "In the court of France the Pantier was an officer of high consideration; and in monasteries the Pantier was charged with the distribution of bread to the poor. " 1
The surname Panther was first found in Angus (Gaelic: Aonghas), part of the Tayside region of northeastern Scotland, and present day Council Area of Angus, formerly known as Forfar or Forfarshire, where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the census rolls taken by the ancient Kings of Britain to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Panther research. Another 148 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1373, 1470, 1471, 1519, 1524, 1545 and 1558 are included under the topic Early Panther History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Panter, Panther, Pantre, Pander, Pantry and others.
Notable amongst the family at this time was Andrew Panter, Keeper of the King's Mint; Patrick Paniter (born c. 1470 - 1519) Scottish churchman and principal secretary to...
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