Hainey History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England
Germany

Early Origins of the Hainey family

The surname Hainey 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.

Philippa of Hainault (1314-1369), was Queen of Edward III, daughter of William, called the Good, Count of Holland and Hainault (d. 1337.) 1

Early History of the Hainey family

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Hainey Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Hainaut, Hainault, Hainnault, Hainaux, Hainfray, Haine, Haineville and many more.

Early Notables of the Hainey family

the Hainaut family of Hainaut. Of the counts of Hainaut was William I, Count of Hainaut (1286-1337); he was also Count William III of Avesnes, Count William III...
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Hainey migration to the United States +

Hainey Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

William Hainey, who settled in Ohio in 1890

Contemporary Notables of the name Hainey (post 1700) +

Tomas Hainey, Canadian silver medalist in swimming at the 1988 Summer Paralympics
William "Billy" Hainey (b. 1939), Scottish former professional footballer

Sources +

Smith, George (ed), Dictionary of National Biography. London: Smith, Elder & Co., 1885-1900. Print