The name BENEDICT is one of the oldest known surnames. Its Latin origin, “benedictus” means “blessed,” akin to the word “benediction.” Our lineage is one of the most intensively researched branches on our tree.
This Benedict family belongs to DNA HAPLOGROUP G2a1a (P18+). This is Thomas Benedict’s line and it’s kinda rare genealogically speaking! It’s shown through the Benedict surname research project.
Our emigrant forefather was 8th great grandfather, Thomas Benedict who was born in 1816 in Stratton St. Michael, Norfolk, England. This line has been extensively researched. HOWEVER, there is much incorrect information floating around and republished on the internet regarding this family. Please do not perpetuate incorrect or hearsay family history. I refer you to Benedict Topics on rootsweb for the TRUE story of Thomas Benedict and his descendants.
To discover the world of the hatter, who moved from Danbury to bring hat manufacturing to Newtown CT,our 4th great grandparents, Elam Benedict and Lydia Beebe, please click on their name.
For the historic Benedict homes in Newtown, read this page.