Derohan History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Early Origins of the Derohan family

The surname Derohan was first found in Brittany where this distinguished family held a family seat, and were eminent nobles of that land. In 1008 they were the Comtes de Porrhoet et de Rennes. In 1128 they became the Viscomtes de Rohan. In 1485 they were the Barons de Lanvaux, and in 1572 they were the Princes de Lèon. In 1588 they were Dukes of Montbazon. In 1603 they were Dukes of Rohan. In 1667 they were Princes of Montauban and Soubise. In 1816 they were the Dukes of Bouillon.

Early History of the Derohan family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Derohan research. Another 127 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1570, 1579, 1600, 1635, 1638, 1674, 1679, 1728, 1734 and 1803 are included under the topic Early Derohan History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Derohan Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Rohan, de Rohan, DeRohan, De Rohan and others.

Early Notables of the Derohan family

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Migration of the Derohan family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John Rohan who settled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1868; Fanny Rohan and her son Tim, aged 7; arrived in New York State in 1853.

The Derohan Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Prince ne daigne Rohan suis