Lynot History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Ireland

The surname Lynot originated from a powerful family belonging to the Cambro-Normans, who settled in Ireland in the 13th century.

Early Origins of the Lynot family

The surname Lynot was first found in Connacht (Irish: Connachta, (land of the) descendants of Conn). The Lynots were a powerful Cambro-Norman family who settled in Connacht in the 13th century, and held vast lands. In 1585, their lands were significant enough to be recorded in the Composition Book of Connacht.

Early History of the Lynot family

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Lynot Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lynnott, Lynott, Lynot and others.

Early Notables of the Lynot family

Notable amongst the family up to this time was

the Lynot family of Mayo

Lynot migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Lynot Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

Thomas Lynot, aged 19, a labourer, who arrived in Saint John, New Brunswick in 1833 aboard the ship "Britannia" from Sligo, Ireland