Pelgrim History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands

Early Origins of the Pelgrim family

The surname Pelgrim 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 North Holland, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Amsterdam, Haarlem and Hilversum. It was the seat of the old Counts of Holland. Seat of one of the oldest families is Brederode Castle near Haarlem. There are many old and quaint towns in the province. including Medemblik, Enkhuizen, Hoorn, Edam, and Monnikendam. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Pelgrim family

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Pelgrim Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Pelgrom, Pelgrome, Pelgromes, Pelgroms, Pelgromm, Pelgromms, Pelggrom, Pellgrom, Pelggromes, de Pelrom, van Pelgrom, Pelrim, de Pilgrim and many more.

Early Notables of the Pelgrim family

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

Joyce Pelgrim (fl. 1514), an English stationer in London who printed in the Low Countries and in France...

Pelgrim migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Pelgrim Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Hend Pelgrim, who arrived in New York, NY in 1846
Geertruda Pelgrim, who settled in New York, NY in 1846
Frans Pelgrim, who settled in New York, NY in 1846
Elizabeth Pelgrim, who arrived in New York, NY in 1846
C. Pelgrim, who settled in New York, NY in 1846
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