Bannin History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Bannin has been recorded in British history since the time when the Anglo-Saxons ruled over the region. The name is assumed to have been given to someone who was a person who was a slayer of men in battle. The name means warrior or solider. Early Origins of the Bannin familyThe surname Bannin was first found in London, where they held a family seat from ancient times, long before the Norman Conquest in 1066. Early History of the Bannin familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bannin research. Another 55 words (4 lines of text) covering the year 1890 is included under the topic Early Bannin History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Bannin Spelling VariationsThe first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Bannin has been spelled many different ways, including Banning, Baning, Bannin and others. Early Notables of the Bannin familyDistinguished members of the family include
Migration of the Bannin family to IrelandSome of the Bannin family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Thousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Bannins to arrive in North America: Bannin Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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