The surname Febvre 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 East Flanders, a province in Belgium. Within this province the notable towns are Ghent, the capital city, St Nicolas, Alost, Termonde and Oudenarde. 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 Febvre family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Febvre research. Another 91 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1706 and 1825 are included under the topic Early Febvre History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Febvre Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Febvre, Febvres, Febvrre, Febvree, Feebvre, Febbvre, Febvress, Febvrres and many more.
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Early Notables of the Febvre family
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including
the Febvre family of Flanders
Febvre Ranking
In France, the name Febvre is the 3,511st most popular surname with an estimated 2,000 - 2,500 people with that name. 1
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Febvre migration to Canada
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Some of the first settlers of this family name were:
Febvre Settlers in Canada in the 17th Century
Mr. Pierre Febvre, French labourer travelling to Canada to work for Arnaud Peré arriving on 16th February 1656 2
Febvre migration to Canada 
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