Pernet History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands

Early Origins of the Pernet family

The surname Pernet was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in North Holland, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Amsterdam, Haarlem and Hilversum. It was the seat of the old Counts of Holland. Seat of one of the oldest families is Brederode Castle near Haarlem. There are many old and quaint towns in the province. including Medemblik, Enkhuizen, Hoorn, Edam, and Monnikendam. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Pernet family

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Pernet Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Pern, Pernat, Penachen, Pernauer, Perndorff, Perne, Pernegg, Pernel, Pernes, Pernet, Pernin, Pernins, Pernot, Pernstein, Pertich and many more.

Early Notables of the Pernet family

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Pernet Ranking

In France, the name Pernet is the 1,288^th most popular surname with an estimated 4,375 people with that name. 1

Pernet migration to the United States +

Pernet Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Henrietta Pauline Pernet, who settled in New York, NY in 1821
David Samuel Pernet, who settled in New York, NY in 1821
John David Samuel Pernet, who arrived in New York, NY in 1821
David Pernet, who settled in Indiana sometime between 1823 and 1825
John Emanuel Pernet, who settled in Indiana sometime between 1823 and 1825
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Pernet migration to Canada +

Pernet Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

Anna May Pernet, who settled in Toronto in 1871

Sources +

http://www.journaldesfemmes.com/nom-de-famille/nom/