Baltes History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe roots of the distinguished surname Baltes lie in Austria. The name derives itself from "Balthasar," the name of one of the three Magi who followed the star to Bethlehem, and was popular as both a first name and a family name during the 18th century. Early Origins of the Baltes familyThe surname Baltes was first found in Austria, where the name Baltheser was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. The Baldus, Baldes and Baldes were originally pet forms of the variant Balthasar which was the local patron saint and were often found in Rhineland. 1 Early History of the Baltes familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Baltes research. Another 113 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1630, 1656, 1659 and 1663 are included under the topic Early Baltes History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Baltes Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Baltzer, Balthasar, Balthezer, Balthesser, Ballthasar, Balthazar, Ballthezer, Balz (Pomerania), Baltzel and many more. Early Notables of the Baltes familyDuring this period prominent bearers of the name Baltes were Thomas Baltzar (1630-1663), a renowned violinist, who achieved fame in London. He was born at Lubeck and settled in England in 1656. "He was the first great violinist that had been heard in England at the time. At the Restoration he... Baltes RankingIn the United States, the name Baltes is the 17,891st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 2
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Baltes Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Baltes Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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