The history of the Lionstone family name begins in the German province of Bavaria. The Lionstone name is derived from the German words "lewen," which means "lion" and "stein," which means "stone." There has been a town of Lowenstein in Wurttemberg since the 12th century. It is dominated by the ruined castle of the counts of Lowenstein.
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Early Origins of the Lionstone family
The surname Lionstone was first found in Bavaria, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and becoming noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.
Early History of the Lionstone family
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Lionstone Spelling Variations
One can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Lionstone include Loewenstein, Lowenstein, Lovenstein, Loewstein, Lowenstine, Loewenstine and many more.
Early Notables of the Lionstone family
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Migration of the Lionstone family
The great European flow of migration to North America, which began in the middle of the 17th century and continued into the 20th century, was particularly attractive to those from Bavaria who wished to escape either poverty or religious persecution. For many Bavarian tenant farmers, the chance to own their own land was a major incentive. So the widespread colonization of the United States began in 1650, when many immigrants from Germany settled in pockets in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. In Canada, German settlement centered in Ontario and the prairie provinces. Among those of this surname listed in various historical records were: Louis Loewenstein, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1835. Joseph Loewenstein came to Philadelphia in 1837; while Solomon Loewenstein came in 1845.
