Gameren History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Gameren familyThe surname Gameren 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. It hold great treasures of art. 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 Gameren familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Gameren research. Another 104 words (7 lines of text) covering the year 1874 is included under the topic Early Gameren History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Gameren Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Gameren, Gammeren, Gamerra, Gamin, Gämmerier, Gomeren, Gomerin and many more. Early Notables of the Gameren familyFrom this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included
Migration of the Gameren familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: those recorded from the mid 17th century onward in the great migration from Europe to the New World.
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