There are currently 4 great noble families, and a series of minor noble families. The great noble's: 1. * Shihōin Family 2. * Kuchiki Family 3. * Unknown * Unknown 4. * Shiba family - Once counted among the great noble families, the Shiba clan fell from favour some time ago. The lesser noble families include (but are no limited to): 1. * Fon Family 2. * Kira Family 3. * Kyoraku Family 4. * Ōmaeda Family 5. * Ukitake Family 6. * Kasumioji Family (anime only) 7. * Kannogi Family (anime only) 8. * Ryodoji Family (movie only)