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Early Origins of the Drille family

The surname Drille 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 South Holland, a province of Holland, the most crowded province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Rotterdam, Leyden and Shiedam. Noted is the famed castle of Teilengen where Jacqueline of Bavaria is buried. 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 Drille family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Drille research. Another 97 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1440 and 1505 are included under the topic Early Drille History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Drille Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Drille, Drillet, Drulle, Drulley, Trille, Trillo, Treille, Trelle and many more.

Early Notables of the Drille family

From this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included Arvid Birgersson, Lord of Bergkvara (c.1440-1505), a Swedish magnate and politician in the last decades...
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United States Drille migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Drille Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Elizabeth Drille, who arrived in New York in 1858


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