Kalis History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

The distinguished German surname Kalis is derived from the Celtic word "Gallus," meaning "foreigner, stranger." During the Middle Ages, the name was popular throughout Europe in various forms due to the fame of St. Gall, a 7th century Irish monk. "Kalis" was initially bestowed as a personal name in Germany, and was likely transformed into a surname during the late 11th century.

Early Origins of the Kalis family

The surname Kalis was first found in various regions of Germany. The surname emerged independently in the regions of Bavaria, Pomerania, Silesia, and Oldenburg, creating several branches of the family as early as the 13th century. The young Kalis family was instrumental during this early period, each branch playing a major role in the development of medieval German society in its particular region.

Early History of the Kalis family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kalis research. Another 108 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1595, 1601, 1650, 1812, 1815, 1846, 1855 and 1910 are included under the topic Early Kalis History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Kalis Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gall, Gallus, Gaul, Gaw, Galuska, Galusha, Galuscha, Galluska, Gallusha, Galle, Kala, Kalis and many more.

Early Notables of the Kalis family

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Kalis migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Kalis Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Lorenz Kalis, who immigrated to Brazil in 1826
Martin Kalis, who was naturalized in Illinois in 1891

Contemporary Notables of the name Kalis (post 1700) +

Tomasz Kalis, Polish soldier