Paganel History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Paganel

What does the name Paganel mean?

The ancestors of the Paganel family come from the ancient Scottish kingdom of Dalriada. Their surname comes from the personal name Payne. Paganel is a patronymic surname, which belongs to the category of hereditary surnames. Although this interpretation of the etymology of the surname Paganel is uncertain, it is generally accepted at the present time.

Early Origins of the Paganel family

The surname Paganel was first found in Yorkshire, where they held a family seat from very early times and were granted lands by Duke William of Normandy, their liege Lord, for their distinguished assistance at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 A.D.

Early History of the Paganel family

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Paganel Spelling Variations

Medieval spelling was at best an intuitive process, and translation between Gaelic and English was no more effective. These factors caused an enormous number of spelling variations in Dalriadan names. In fact, it was not uncommon to see a father and son who spelled their name differently. Over the years, Paganel has been spelled Pagan, Paganell, Paganel, Pagnell and others.

Early Notables of the Paganel family

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Migration of the Paganel family

Settlers from Scotland put down roots in communities all along the east coast of North America. Some moved north from the American colonies to Canada as United Empire Loyalists during the American War of Independence. As Clan societies and highland games started in North America in the 20th century many Scots rediscovered parts of their heritage. Early North American records indicate many people bearing the name Paganel were among those contributors: James Pagan, who came to Virginia in 1688; Robert Pagan, who arrived in Maine in 1748; Thomas Pagan, who arrived in St. John, N.B. in 1800; William Pagan, who came to New York in 1766.