Maton History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Maton familyThe surname Maton was first found in Oldenburg in Lower Saxony where the name Martin was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power. Early History of the Maton familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Maton research. Another 118 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1595, 1635, 1651, 1671 and 1699 are included under the topic Early Maton History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Maton Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Martin, Martinn, Martins, Martinnes, Martinns, Marttin, Marttins, Marttines, Martines, Martinss, Marrtin, Marrttin, Martine, Marttine and many more. Early Notables of the Maton familyAnother 31 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Maton Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Maton RankingIn France, the name Maton is the 7,573rd most popular surname with an estimated 1,000 - 1,500 people with that name. 1
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Maton Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century
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