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Etymology of Grasson

What does the name Grasson mean?

The Grasson surname is of uncertain origins and may have arisen independently from different sources; some instances of the name are thought to derive from the place name La Grâce, in Marne.

Early Origins of the Grasson family

The surname Grasson was first found in Provence, where the family has held a family seat since ancient times.

Early History of the Grasson family

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Grasson Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Grasse, Grase, Gresse, Grese, Gras, Le Grasse, Du Grasse, Du Gras, DeGrace, Degrace and many more.

Early Notables of the Grasson family

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Grasson migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Grasson Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
  • Mr. William Grasson, (b. 1615), aged 20, British settler traveling aboard the ship "Safety" arriving in Virginia in 1635 1


  1. Pilgrim Ship's of 1600's. Retrieved October 5th 2021 from https://www.packrat-pro.com/ships/shiplist.htm


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