The surname Dict was first found in Belgium, 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 West Flanders, a province in Belgium, originally Bruges. Within this province the notable towns are Bruges, the capital city, Ostend, Courtrai, Furnes, Thielt, Ypres and Roulers. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.
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Early History of the Dict family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Dict research. Another 73 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1532 and 1566 are included under the topic Early Dict History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Dict Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Dictz, Dict, Dieck, Dick and others.
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Early Notables of the Dict family
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including
the Dictz family of Spire
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Migration of the Dict family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John George Frd. Dictz, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1817; Abraham Dieck, who settled in Kansas sometime between 1844 and 1930; Herman Dieck, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1867.
Belgium
