There are several possible origins for this surname. The name may be derived from the Old English word "heghen" meaning a "farm or holding," in which case, the name may have come from the place of residence of the initial bearer. Alternatively, the surname may be derived from the Old English word "heyne" meaning "a mean person," and may have come from a characteristic of the initial bearer.
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Early Origins of the Henyan family
The surname Henyan was first found in Dumfriesshire (Gaelic: Siorrachd Dhùn Phris), a Southern area, bordering on England that today forms part of the Dumfries and Galloway Council Area, where the name has long been associated with the barony of Halywode.
Early History of the Henyan family
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Henyan Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Haining, Hain, Hainning, Henning, Haning, Hanning and others.
Early Notables of the Henyan family
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Migration of the Henyan family to Ireland
Some of the Henyan family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Henyan family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John Haining, age 25; who arrived in Baltimore in 1823; Mary Haining, who arrived in Ontario in 1834; Anne Henning, recorded in Charles Town, SC in 1767.
