Show ContentsDe meulen History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Early Origins of the De meulen family

The surname De meulen 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 De meulen family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our De meulen research. Another 97 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1543, 1568, 1632, 1633, 1690, 1698, 1722, 1730 and 1767 are included under the topic Early De meulen History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

De meulen Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Meulen, Meulene, Meullenes, Meulenes, Meulenn, Meulenne, Meulens, de Meulen, van Meulen and many more.

Early Notables of the De meulen family

From this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included Steven van der Meulen (c.1543-1568), Dutch painter, who worked in England; Adam Frans van der Meulen (1632-1690), Flemish painter...
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United States De meulen migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

De meulen Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • August Demeulen, who settled in Boston in 1906


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