The surname Dzienis was first found in Polesie, the largest province of Poland. It is inhabited by Ruthenians, called Polesians, of Ukrainian descent. The main towns are those of Brest Litovsk, Pinsk, Kobryn, Kamenets, Litovsk, and Luninets. It was in this province that the renowned Radziwills and Sapiehas held their vast estates. The surname 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. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.
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Early History of the Dzienis family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Dzienis research. Another 82 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1662 and 1698 are included under the topic Early Dzienis History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Dzienis Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Dzienis, Dzianott, Dzianowski, Dzonkowski, Dzienowski, Dzinoski and many more.
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Early Notables of the Dzienis family
Prominent among those of the name Dzienis in this period were
the Dzienis family of Polesie
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Migration of the Dzienis family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Mike Dzianowski who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1890.
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