Rabels History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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France

Etymology of Rabels

What does the name Rabels mean?

The noble French surname Rabels is of occupational origin, and is derived from the trade or profession pursued by the original bearer of the name. In this instance, the surname Rabels was applied to one who was engaged in the restoration and reconstruction of buildings and any other repair work, so called from the French "rabelir, abellir" meaning "repairer."

Early Origins of the Rabels family

The surname Rabels was first found in the region of Brittany, in the north of France, where the family held lands and estates for centuries.

Early History of the Rabels family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Rabels research. Another 74 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1483, 1494, 1547, 1553 and 1622 are included under the topic Early Rabels History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Rabels Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Rabelais, Raballet, Rabelat, Rabelot, Rablat, Rabellaux, Rabeil, Rabelin, Rabel, Rabalais and many more.

Early Notables of the Rabels family

Notable amongst this name at this time was François Rabelais (born between 1483 and 1494-1553), a French Renaissance writer, physician, Renaissance humanist, monk and Greek scholar. He is primarily known as a writer of satire, of the grotesque, and of bawdy...
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Migration of the Rabels family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Daniel Rabel who arrived in New York City in 1709; Jean Raballet who arrived in Canada in 1714; Jacob Rabel who settled in Louisiana in 1732 and Christine Rabel who settled in New York City in 1868..