The surname Ruysch 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.
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Early History of the Ruysch family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Ruysch research. Another 87 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1637 and 1815 are included under the topic Early Ruysch History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Ruysch Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Ruysch, Ruysche, Ruysches, Ruyschez, Ruyscch, Ruyschh, Ruyscchs, van Ruysch, Ruysh, Ruish and many more.
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Early Notables of the Ruysch family
From this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included
the Ruysch family of Amsterdam
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Migration of the Ruysch family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Christian Bartels Ruysh, who arrived in New Netherland in 1660.
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