Researching Gilbert Nicolas
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 | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 116 people with the Nicolas surname? In that year Nicolas was ranked number 3463 for popularity in the UK. |
The name Gilbert means "Trusted" and is of Teutonic origin.
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Gilbert Nicolas and the Nicolas Family History
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Gilbert Nicolas
Gilbert Nicolas (c. 1462 – 27 August 1532) – in religious "Gabriel-Maria" – was a French Roman Catholic priest and a professed member of the Order of Friars Minor. He co-founded – alongside Saint Jeanne de Valois – the Annunciades in 1501. Nicolas met with both Pope Alexander VI and Pope Leo X in relation to the congregation's foundation and rule and was noted for his humble and meek outlook amongst his peers while also being known for his intelligence and diligence in the affairs of the congregation he helped establish.
The sainthood process commenced in France and he is titled as a Servant of God.
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