The surname Nain was first found in Belgium, 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 Hainault, a province in Belgium, based on the ancient county of Hainaut. Within this province the notable towns are Mons, the capital city, Charleroi, Tournai, Soignies and Thuin. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.
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Early History of the Nain family
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Nain Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Nain, Lenain, L'Nain, Le Nain, Lenane, Lenaine, Lenayne, Lenane, Nane, Nanet, Naneix, Naneau, Naneaux, Nanard, Nanin, Nanot, Nayne, Nene, Lenene and many more.
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Early Notables of the Nain family
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including
the Nain family of Tournai
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Nain migration to the United States
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Some of the first settlers of this family name were:
Nain Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Conrad Nain, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1866
James Nain, who settled in Philadelphia in 1873
Nain migration to Canada
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Some of the first settlers of this family name were:
Nain Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
P. Nain, who settled in Canada sometime between 1737 and 1743
Contemporary Notables of the name Nain (post 1700)
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Robert J. Nain, American Republican politician, Candidate for U.S. Representative from Louisiana 7th District, 1992
