| ![Show Contents]() Francon History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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Etymology of FranconWhat does the name Francon mean? The French surname Francon is of nickname origin, deriving from a physical characteristic or personal attribute of the initial bearer. In this instance the name is derived from "franc coeur", meaning "Frankish heart". Therefore, the progenitor of the surname was someone who sided with the Franks in the interminable wars, invasions and raids that raged in the Middle Ages. Alternatively, the name can be of toponymic origin, deriving from a place where the original bearer once resided or held land. The family name Francon was found in Burgundy, where the family took their name from a place in Côtes-du-Nord, in the department of Yonne. 1 Early Origins of the Francon familyThe surname Francon was first found in Burgundy. From here, the members of the family also branched into other regions of France, especially to Ile-de-France, where several members distinguished themselves through their various accomplishments. Joseph Francoeur, who died in Paris in 1741, was a bass at the Opéra, then a member of the Twenty-four violins of the king, in 1706. His son, Louis Francoeur, was born in Paris in 1692 and became a member of the king's violins in 1710. He became co-director in 1717, and died in 1745. François Francoeur, also a son of Joseph, was born in Paris in 1698. He was a violinist in the Opéra orchestra and superintendent of the king's music for Louis XV. He was ennobled in 1764, receiving the "cordons de St-Michel." He died in Paris in 1797. Early History of the Francon familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Francon research. Another 177 words (13 lines of text) covering the years 1530, 1643, 1698, 1699, 1710, 1738, 1773, 1782, 1787, 1804, 1810 and 1849 are included under the topic Early Francon History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Francon Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Francon, Francoeur, Francou, Frankeur, Francq, Franck and many more. Early Notables of the Francon familyFrançois Francoeur, violinist and composer, born at Paris in 1698. He entered the band of the Opera in 1710, was for many years a member of the king's private band, and for some time, conjointly with Rébel, manager of the Opera. He died at Paris in 1787.
His son, Louis Joseph, an eminent violinist and clever conductor, was born at Paris in 1738, and died...
Another 64 words (5 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Francon Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Francon RankingFrance, the name Francon is the 4,248th most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 2
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- Mr. Kevin Francon Beattie M.B.E., British Warrant Officer, recipient of Member of the Order of the British Empire on 8th June 2018 3
- Dionne, N.-E., Les Canadiens-Francais Origine Des Familles. Baltimore: Geneological Publishing Company, 1969. Print
- http://www.journaldesfemmes.com/nom-de-famille/nom/
- "Birthday and New Year Honours Lists (1940 to 2019)." Issue 62507, 28 December 2018 | London Gazette, The Gazette, Dec. 2018, www.thegazette.co.uk/honours-lists
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