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Early Origins of the Van Witt family

The surname Van Witt 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 Van Witt family

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

Van Witt Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Wit, Witt, Wite, Witte, Wites, Wits, Witts, Wittes, van Wit, van Witt, Whit, Wyt, Wytt, van Wytt and many more.

Early Notables of the Van Witt family

More information is included under the topic Early Van Witt Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the Van Witt family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Jan Wit who settled in America in 1662.

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