Show ContentsWaldstein Surname History

Early Origins of the Waldstein family

The surname Waldstein was first found in Austria, where the name Waldstein 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. In their later history the name 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 Waldstein family

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Waldstein Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Waldstein, Waldsttein, Waldsteins, Walldstein, Walsteines, Waldsteinn, Waldsteinne, Waldsteine, Waldstien, Walstiens, Waldestein and many more.

Early Notables of the Waldstein family

During this period prominent bearers of the name Waldstein were

  • the Waldstein family of Austria


United States Waldstein migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Waldstein Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Bernhard Waldstein, who settled in New York in 1883
  • William Waldstein, who was naturalized in Dallas, Texas in 1887

Contemporary Notables of the name Waldstein (post 1700) +

  • Arne Waldstein, American Republican politician, Member of Iowa State Senate 5th District; Elected 1982 1


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


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