Goodnight History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Goodnight familyThe surname Goodnight was first found in an early record of a John Goddesknyght, who was documented during the reign of Edward II (1307-1327). It is thought that Goodnight was a nickname for a religious person, "God's servant." Although the history of this name is rather obscure, it is presumed that bearers of the name came to Britain with the invasion of Duke William of Normandy, and perhaps even offered assistance at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Goodnight familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Goodnight research. More information is included under the topic Early Goodnight History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Goodnight Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Goodnight, Goddesknight, Goddesknyght and others. Early Notables of the Goodnight familyMore information is included under the topic Early Goodnight Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Goodnight RankingIn the United States, the name Goodnight is the 7,028th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Goodnight Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Goodnight Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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