Vries History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Vries is name that may have a few different sources. In some instances it is derived from the name of the region of Friesland, and would refer to someone who came from that region. Friesland is located on the coast of the North Sea, and stretches from the Netherlands in the east to Denmark in the north. In the Swabian-Swiss dialects, the word "friesen" means "to dig ditches," and the name may have derived from the occupation of its original bearer. Early Origins of the Vries familyThe surname Vries was first found in Switzerland, where the name was an integral part of the feudal society which would shape modern European history. Many prominent branches of the family would strive to make this name renowned as they contributed to the social, economic and political affairs of the region. Early History of the Vries familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vries research. Another 409 words (29 lines of text) covering the years 1409, 1578, 1592, 1653, 1702, 1703, 1705, 1752, 1757, 1763, 1783, 1785 and 1825 are included under the topic Early Vries History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vries Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Friesen, Fries, Friese, Freese, Frees, Freesen, Frehse, Frese, Fresen, Fresenius (Latin), Frieser, Friess, Friesse and many more. Early Notables of the Vries familyAnother 43 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Vries Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vries RankingIn Netherlands, the name Vries is the 268th most popular surname with an estimated 5,294 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Vries Settlers in United States in the 17th CenturyVries Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Vries Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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