The surname Rosst 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 Brabant, an ancient duchy from 1190 onward. Within the province Brussels and Louvain are the major cities and the smaller Clabecq, Tubize and Wavre towns. Other towns include Vilvorde, Tirlemont and Hal. 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 Rosst family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Rosst research. Another 97 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1688, 1727, 1738 and 1818 are included under the topic Early Rosst History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Rosst Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Rost, Rosst, Rostt, Roste, Rostte, Rosste, Rostes, Rosttes and many more.
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Early Notables of the Rosst family
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Migration of the Rosst family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Catherine Roste, who arrived in Maryland or Virginia in 1718; Hannah Roste, who arrived in America in 1745; Balthaser Rost, who settled in Philadelphia in 1754.
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