Boor History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Boor familyThe surname Boor 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 Amsterdam, an ancient 13th century town held by the Lords of Amstel. Giesebrecht II built a castle there. Geisbrecht III built the dam to keep out the sea. It is first mentioned in charters of 1275 when Floris IV, the count of Holland granted its charter. It became a city of great mercantile wealth and held great art treasures. 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. Early History of the Boor familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Boor research. Another 85 words (6 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Boor History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Boor Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Bor, Borr, Boor, Borre, Bore, Boore, Borres, Borrs, Bors, van Bore and many more. Early Notables of the Boor familyMore information is included under the topic Early Boor Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Boor Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Boor Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Boor Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Boor Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century
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