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Early Origins of the Pary family

The surname Pary 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 Antwerp, (Anvers.Fr) a fortified city in the province of Antwerp. It is Belgium's commercial center. In the 11th century Godfrey of Bouillon was Marquis of Antwerp. The province is divided into three districts, Antwerp, Malines and Turnhout. 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 Pary family

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Pary Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Parys, Paryse, Paryses, Pary, Parrys, Paarys, Parryse, Paaryses, Paris, Parris, Parrys, Parys, de Parys, van Parys and many more.

Early Notables of the Pary family

The surname was distinguished by many in this era including

  • the Parys family of Anvers


United States Pary migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Pary Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
  • William Pary, who arrived in Massachusetts in 1646
Pary Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Anna Maria Pary, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1731

Canada Pary migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Pary Settlers in Canada in the 17th Century
  • Jerome Pary, who settled in Quebec in 1657
Pary Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century
  • Thomas Pary, who settled in Ontario in 1871


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