History of the Robin family of Jersey

The Robin family is very old in Jersey. The Armorial gives it an Italian origin, but in the absence of irrefutable proof, we believe that it is much more probable that the name originated in the island itself, as with many other family names. [1] It was originally a baptismal name – very common in Jersey – which became …

Will of Philip Robin, 1754

Context Note: Philip was younger brother of Raulin Robin (1690-1748) and thus great-uncle of Margaret (Dumaresq) Bandinel of Netherbury. Philip's wife, Anne (nee Dauvergne), had died in 1750; it seems unusual and special for the times that his sister-in-law was closely involved with his business. Philip's children were: Philip Robin (1738-1821), John Robin (1740-1793) and …

Biography of Charles Robin (1743-1824)

Context Note: Charles was son of Philip Robin (1703-1754); grandson of Raulin Robin (1668-1731) of St Peter, Jersey; and first-cousin of Mary (Robin) Dumaresq. ROBIN, CHARLES (1743-1824), Merchant in Gaspé. Youngest son of Philippe Robin and Anne Dauvergne. Born in St Aubin's 1743, and baptized in St. Brelade's Church 30 Oct. The Robins and Pipons …