Vanzile History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Bavaria, Germany is the original homeland of the Vanzile family. Vanzile is a patronymic name, a type of surname that derived from the given name of the father of the original bearer. Vanzile was derived from the popular medieval Christian name Zyriak.

Early Origins of the Vanzile family

The surname Vanzile was first found in Bavaria, where the name, in its older form Zillner could be traced back to the ancient Austrian province of Styria, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Early History of the Vanzile family

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Vanzile Spelling Variations

One can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Vanzile include Zillerberg, Zillerberger, Zilerberg, Zilberger, Zillberg, Zilerburg, Zilerburger and many more.

Early Notables of the Vanzile family

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Vanzile migration to the United States +

European migration to North America began in the mid-17th century and continued unabated until the mid-20th. Many Bavarians made the long trip to escape poverty or persecution based on their religious beliefs. The chance for tenant farmers to own their own land was also a major drawing card. They settled all across the United States in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Many came to Canada also, settling in Ontario and the prairie provinces. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Vanziles to arrive in North America, and among them were:

Vanzile Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

E. B. Van Zile, aged 21, who settled in America, in 1910
Edward Van Zile, aged 26, who immigrated to the United States, in 1923

Contemporary Notables of the name Vanzile (post 1700) +

Philip Taylor Van Zile (1843-1919), American politician and judge from the U.S. state of Michigan