The surname Prinsze was first found in Silesia, where the family became noted for its many branches within the region. Some houses of the name even acquired status and influence which rivaled that of the landed aristocracy. In their later history some branches were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they distinguished themselves through their contributions to the social, political, and economic developments of the nation. Like many surnames, the name Prinsze began as a nickname, from the German "prinz," meaning "prince." The nickname may have been given to one who had a princely demeanor, or it may have been an honorary "title" won in some contest of skill.
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Early History of the Prinsze family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Prinsze research. Another 89 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1592, 1641, 1643, 1653, 1663, 1664 and 1717 are included under the topic Early Prinsze History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Prinsze Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Printz, Prinz, Prinsze and others.
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Early Notables of the Prinsze family
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Migration of the Prinsze family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John Printz, who arrived in Delaware in 1643 and Maria Prinz, who came to New York in 1854.
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