Description:
The surname PAYRE is derived from the Old French word 'paire,' meaning 'pair.' The PAYRE family is believed to have originated in Normandy, France. The PAYREs are a French Huguenot family who settled in the American colonies in the 17th and 18th centuries. The PAYREs are considered to be one of the founding families of Pennsylvania. The PAYREs have a diverse culture and customs. Some notable PAYREs include Jean-Baptiste PAYRE, who was the first European to cross the Appalachian Mountains; and Jacques PAYRE, who founded the city of Quebec. There are numerous variations of the PAYRE surname, including Parry, Pary, Pears, Payne, and Pearsall.
