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Early Origins of the Volka family

The surname Volka 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 Volka family

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Volka Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Volkershoven, Volker, Volka, Volckershoven, Volkershollen, Volkershuisen, Wolkshoven, Wolishofen, Folkhoven and many more.

Early Notables of the Volka family

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Migration of the Volka family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Andrew Volker, who settled in Nova Scotia in 1751; Bartholomaeus Volkert, who settled in America in 1775; Andreas Voelker, who came to Newfoundland in 1777.



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