The surname Furnes was first found in Belgium, 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 East Flanders, a province in Belgium. Within this province the notable towns are Ghent, the capital city, St Nicolas, Alost, Termonde and Oudenarde. 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.
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Early History of the Furnes family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Furnes research. Another 80 words (6 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Furnes History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Furnes Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Furnes, Furne, Furnez, Furnnes, Furrnes, Furnees, Furness, Furnne and many more.
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Early Notables of the Furnes family
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including
the Furnes family of Flanders
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Migration of the Furnes family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Joseph Furness, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1683; Daniel Furness, who came to Pennsylvania in 1683; Ann Furness, who arrived in Annapolis, MD in 1719.
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