Gayl History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Belgium

Early Origins of the Gayl family

The surname Gayl 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 Hainault, a province in Belgium, based on the ancient county of Hainaut. Within this province the notable towns are Mons, the capital city, Charleroi, Tournai, Soignies and Thuin. 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.

Early History of the Gayl family

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Gayl Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gay, Gaye, Gayant, Gayer, Gayet, Gaykema, Gayl, Gayling, Gaylingen, Gaymand, Gayon, Gaysgöbl, Gaysspitz, Gayzan and many more.

Early Notables of the Gayl family

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Migration of the Gayl family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: those who arrived from the mid 17th century onward in the great migration from Europe to the New World.

Contemporary Notables of the name Gayl (post 1700) +

Gayl Ferraro, American Democratic Party politician, Delegate to Democratic National Convention from Illinois, 2000, 2004, 2008