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Early Origins of the Jever family

The surname Jever was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in Amsterdam, an ancient 13th century town held by the Lords of Amstel. Giesebrecht II built a castle there. Geisbrecht III built the dam to keep out the sea. It is first mentioned in charters of 1275 when Floris IV, the count of Holland granted its charter. It became a city of great mercantile wealth. It hold great treasures of art. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.

Early History of the Jever family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Jever research. Another 97 words (7 lines of text) covering the year 1575 is included under the topic Early Jever History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Jever Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Jever, Jevere, Jevers, Jeversen, Jeveres, Jeverr, Jevver, Jeever, Jeevers, Jepher, Jephers, Geevers, van Jever and many more.

Early Notables of the Jever family

From this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included

  • the Jever family of Amsterdam

Migration of the Jever family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Myndert Frederickse Jeverden, who came to New Netherland between the years 1620 and 1664; as well as Jacob and Anna Jeversen, who arrived at the port of New York in 1883 en route to Iowa..



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