Lemmens History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Belgium

Early Origins of the Lemmens family

The surname Lemmens was first found in Belgium, 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 Antwerp, (Anvers) a fortified city in the province of Antwerp. It is Belgium's commercial center. In the 11th century Godfrey of Bouillon was Marquis of Antwerp. The province is divided into three districts, Antwerp, Malines and Turnhout. 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 Lemmens family

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Lemmens Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lemmens, Lemmense, Lemmenes, Lemens, Lemenns, Lemmenns, Lemmeens, Lemeens, Leomans, Lemmons, Lemmon, van Lemmen and many more.

Early Notables of the Lemmens family

The surname was distinguished by many in this era including

the Lemmens family of Anvers

Lemmens Ranking

In Netherlands, the name Lemmens is the 288^th most popular surname with an estimated 5,100 people with that name. 1

Lemmens migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Lemmens Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Jan Hendrik Lemmens who settled in New York in 1847

Contemporary Notables of the name Lemmens (post 1700) +

Leon Lemmens (1954-2017), Belgian Roman Catholic prelate, Auxiliary Bishop of Mechelen-Brussels (2011-2017)
Nicolas-Jacques Lemmens (1823-1881), Belgian Organ professor at the Brussels conservatory
Erwin Lemmens (b. 1976), Belgian experienced and much-traveled goalkeeper

Sources +

"Most Common Last Names in Netherlands." Forebears, https://forebears.io/netherlands/surnames