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Early Origins of the Sandre family

The surname Sandre 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 North Holland, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Amsterdam, Haarlem and Hilversum. It was the seat of the old Counts of Holland. Seat of one of the oldest families is Brederode Castle near Haarlem. There are many old and quaint towns in the province. including Medemblik, Enkhuizen, Hoorn, Edam, and Monnikendam. 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 Sandre family

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Sandre Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Sander, Sannder, Sandder, Sanders, Sanderes, Sandre, Sandders, Sannders and many more.

Early Notables of the Sandre family

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Canada Sandre migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Sandre Settlers in Canada in the 17th Century
  • Jehan Sandre, who settled in Acadia in 1636
  • Jehan Sandre, who landed in Acadia in 1636
  • Jehan Sandre, who arrived in Canada in 1636

Contemporary Notables of the name Sandre (post 1700) +

  • Sandre R. Swanson, American Democratic Party politician, Delegate to Democratic National Convention from California, 2008 1


  1. The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2015, October 28) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html


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