DESCRIPTION
NOUËL or NOÜEL
Brittany
France
✶ Coat of Arms:
"Of silver, with a pine tree of green, supported by two rampant and facing stags of black."
- Motto: TOUT BIEN OU RIEN (All Good or Nothing).
✶ Sources:
Nobiliaire et armorial de Bretagne by Pol Potier de Courcy, 1862.
Armorial d'Europe by J.B. Rietstap (Gouda, 1884, Berlin, 1934) (Gouda, 1887, Berlin 1937).
Armorial général J.B. Rietstap illustrated by Victor and Henri Rolland (1903-1926). Colored by Lionel Sandoz (1993-2002).
Filiations Bretonnes by Frotier de la Messelière, 1912.
Le Grand Armorial de France by Jougla de Morénas 1935-1943, de Warren, Frantzen 1960.
✶ Heraldic Painting:
Daniel Sandoz (1949-1996), heraldic painter, 1986-96.
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NOUËL/NOÜEL Family (Brittany)
✶ The NOUËL (or NOÜEL) family, rooted in Brittany, particularly in the regions of Côtes-d’Armor and Ille-et-Vilaine, is a noble lineage whose origins date back at least to the 16th century. This family distinguished itself through its titles, matrimonial alliances, and roles in Breton society, notably as squires, lords, and magistrates. Heraldic and genealogical records document its presence in places such as Lesquernec, Kerangué, Pillavoine, and La Ville-Hulin. This notice traces its history, chronology, heraldry, the symbolism of its arms and motto, and the etymology of its name.
✶ Historical and Biographical Chronology
16th century (circa 1576-1586): First notable mention with Jean NOUËL, squire and lord of Pillavoine in Pordic (Côtes-du-Nord, now Côtes-d’Armor). He marries Catherine Bertrand de la Ville-Josse, marking the beginning of a documented lineage.
1623: Jean NOUËL, son of Jean and Catherine, is confirmed as lord of Pillavoine. He marries Louise Geslin, daughter of Louis Geslin, lord of Le Pré and Le Cartier.
1657: Guillaume NOUËL, squire and lord of Pillavoine, marries Jeanne Lesné, lady of Kersalliou, strengthening ties with other noble Breton families.
1659: Birth of Gilles NOUËL at Lesquernec, upheld as noble by extraction in Brittany on January 31, 1669. He becomes captain of the coastal militia of Yvias and marries Elisabeth de Kerleau in December 1685.
1669: Gilles NOUËL is officially recognized as noble by the Brittany Chamber of Reformation.
1688: Gilles NOUËL serves as captain of the coastal militia in Yvias.
1793: Birth of Guillaume NOUËL de Lesquernec, magistrate, in Perros-Guirec on March 7.
1808: Birth of Auguste-Paul-Marie NOUËL de M. in Guingamp on April 12, future naval lieutenant.
1816: Death of Marie-Jeanne Jégou or Jagou de Tromenguy, wife of Guillaume NOUËL de Lesquernec, in Lannion on December 17.
1819: Marriage of Guillaume NOUËL de Lesquernec to Marie-Françoise-Julienne-Guillemette Huon in Lannion on October 21.
1822: Death of Marie-Françoise-Julienne-Guillemette Huon in Lannion on February 20.
1826: Second marriage of Guillaume NOUËL de Lesquernec to Thomasse-Marie-Françoise-Marguerite de la Boëssière de Lennuic in Saint-Pol-de-Léon on July 5.
1850: Marriage of Marie NOUËL (daughter of Guillaume) to Louis-Charles-Marie d’Amphernet in Lannion on September 23.
1858: Marriage of Guillaume-François-Charles NOUËL de Lesquernec to Mélite-Pauline-Augustine-Marie Le Coroller de la Vieuvillé in Tréguier on February 1.
1870: Death of Auguste-Paul-Marie NOUËL de M. at Château du Lobo in Caro on February 12.
1873: Death of Adeline-Françoise-Marie NOUËL de la Touche at Lobo on May 10.
1910: Marie NOUËL becomes a widow.
1912: Mélite-Pauline-Augustine-Marie Le Coroller de la Vieuvillé becomes a widow.
✶ Heraldry and Symbolism of the Arms
The arms of the NOUËL family are described as follows in heraldic documents:
Blazon: Of silver, with an uprooted pine tree of green, bearing three golden fruits, supported by two facing stags of black.
- Of silver: A silver background symbolizing purity, truth, and nobility.
- Uprooted pine tree of green: The pine, uprooted (with visible roots), in green (sinople), represents strength, longevity, and rootedness in Breton soil. Its golden fruits (three pieces) add a connotation of prosperity and wealth.
- Two facing stags of black: The stags, in black (sable), symbolize nobility, grace, and vigilance. Their facing position may indicate unity or mutual defense, reinforcing the concept of a united family.
✶ Motto: “All good or nothing”
This motto reflects a philosophy of excellence or absolutism, suggesting that the NOUËL family aspires to perfection or rejects compromise. It may also indicate total commitment to their endeavors, whether in war, land management, or preserving their noble status.
✶ Etymology of the Family Name “NOUËL” in Brittany
The origin of the name “NOUËL” (or “NOÜEL”) in Brittany can be analyzed through several etymological hypotheses:
- Latin and Religious: The name likely derives from the Latin natalis, meaning “birth,” often linked to Dies Natalis (day of birth), which evolved into “Noël” to denote the Christian feast of the Nativity. In Brittany, where Catholicism played a major role, this name could have been adopted as a baptismal name or an honorific nickname tied to a significant birth (e.g., a child born around Christmas).
- Toponymic: Another possibility is a toponymic origin, linked to place names or lordships. Variants like “Lesquernec” or “Kerangué” (Breton locations) may have influenced the adoption or modification of the name over generations.
Linguistic Evolution: In Old Breton and medieval French, similar names (Noé, Noël) may have evolved with the addition of suffixes or articles (de, du). The spelling “NOÜEL” with umlauts reflects a Breton phonetic adaptation, marking a specific pronunciation (e.g., nouveau-èl).
Social Context: The name might also have been adopted or inherited by a noble family to emphasize prestigious ancestry or a notable event, a common practice among the Breton nobility.
✶ Epilogue
The NOUËL family, established in Brittany since at least the 16th century, distinguished itself through its noble status, alliances with families such as Geslin, Lesné, and Le Coroller, and roles in administration and militia. Its heraldic arms, featuring the pine and stags, symbolize strength, nobility, and unity, while the motto “All good or nothing” reflects lofty ambition. The etymology of the name, likely tied to the notion of “birth” or Breton toponymic roots, anchors this lineage in regional history and culture. This notice, based on genealogical archives, provides a glimpse into its rich and complex heritage.
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Addition:
NOUEL or de NOUEL
Of Lesquernec, Kerangué, Pillavoine, and La Ville-Hulin.
"Of silver, with an uprooted pine tree of green, bearing three golden fruits, supported by two facing stags of black."
(Filiations Bretonnes by Frotier de la Messelière, 1912).
NOËL de LA VILLEHUSLIN or NOUËL de LA VILLE-HUSLIN
"Of silver, with a pine tree of green, supported by two rampant and facing stags of black."
Motto: TOUT BIEN OU RIEN (ALL GOOD OR NOTHING).
(Armorial d'Europe by J.B. Rietstap (Gouda, 1884, Berlin, 1934) (Gouda, 1887, Berlin 1937)).
NOUEL DE LESQUERNEC
- "Of silver, with an uprooted pine tree of green, bearing three golden fruits, supported by two facing stags of black."
(Le Grand Armorial de France, by Jougla de Morénas 1935-1943, de Warren, Frantzen 1960).
NOËL or NOUEL
"Of silver, with a pine tree of green, supported by two rampant and facing stags of black."
(Nobiliaire et armorial de Bretagne by Pol Potier de Courcy, 1862).
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