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Early Origins of the Slyps family

The surname Slyps 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 Limburg, the smallest, southernmost province of the Netherlands. The capital of the province is Mastricht, noted for its contribution to the modern treaty for the E.E.C. Other notable towns are Crefeld and Breda and Nijmwegan. 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 Slyps family

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Slyps Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Van Slyke, Van Slype, Van Slike, Van Slyck, Van Slyk, Van Slipe, Slyps and many more.

Early Notables of the Slyps family

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Migration of the Slyps family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Cornelis Antonissen VanSlyck, who came to New Netherland sometime between 1620 and 1664; Broer Cornelis VanSlyck, who settled in New York in 1634; Willem Pieterse VanSlyk, who arrived in New York in 1655.



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