Schoot History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Belgium

Early Origins of the Schoot family

The surname Schoot 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 East Flanders, a province in Belgium. Within this province the notable towns are Ghent, the capital city, St Nicolas, Alost, Termonde and Oudenarde. 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 Schoot family

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Schoot Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schoot, van Schoote, Schout, Schoute, Schüt, Schoote, Schoete, Schoet, Schut, van Shoot, van Schoot, van Schute and many more.

Early Notables of the Schoot family

The surname was distinguished by many in this era including

the Schoot family of Flanders

Schoot migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Schoot Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Bernadina Schoot, who arrived in New York, NY in 1868
Josefine Schoot, who settled in New York, NY in 1868
Joseph Schoot, who settled in New York, NY in 1868
John Leopold Schoot, who settled in Allegheny Co. Pennsylvania in 1871

Contemporary Notables of the name Schoot (post 1700) +

Lique Schoot (b. 1969), Dutch multiple award winning visual artist
Myrthe Schoot (b. 1988), Dutch volleyball player, who plays as a libero, Member of the Women's National Team at the 2016 Summer Olympics