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Early Origins of the Kevitt family

The surname Kevitt 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 Kevitt family

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Kevitt Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kievit, Kievitt, Kievits, Keivit, Keivits, Keivitt, Kievitts, Kievite, Kievvit, Kieviet, Kevit, Kevitt and many more.

Early Notables of the Kevitt family

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United States Kevitt migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Kevitt Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • James Kevitt, who arrived in Montana in 1899


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