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Early Origins of the Pols family

The surname Pols 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 Pols family

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Pols Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Poll, Polle, Pol, Pole, Polles, Polls, Poles, Pols, Poel, Pole, de Poll, de Poel and many more.

Early Notables of the Pols family

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Pols Ranking

In Netherlands, the name Pols is the 679th most popular surname with an estimated 2,734 people with that name. 1


United States Pols migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Pols Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Christian Pols, who settled in New York, NY in 1848
  • Louise Pols, who settled in New York, NY in 1851


  1. "Most Common Last Names in Netherlands." Forebears, https://forebears.io/netherlands/surnames


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