Palafollis History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Palafollis

The noble Spanish surname Palafollis is of toponymic origin, derived from a place name where the original bearer resided or held land. The surname appears to derive from the Latin term "palatiolos," which means "small palaces."

Early Origins of the Palafollis family

Early History of the Palafollis family

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Palafollis Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Palafols, Palafollis and others.

Early Notables of the Palafollis family

Juan de Palafox y Mendoza (1600-1659), a Spanish politician, administrator, and Catholic clergyman in 17th century Spain and a viceregal of Mexico. He was Bishop of Puebla (1640-1655), and the interim Archbishop of Mexico (1640-1642). He also held political office, from 10 June 1642 to 23 November 1642 as the Viceroy of New Spain. The Spanish general Jose Rebolledo Palafox...
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Migration of the Palafollis family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Jose Palafox who settled in California in 1796.