| ![Show Contents]() Timmermans History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
The historic German state of Prussia is the ancestral home of the Timmermans family. Hereditary surnames began to be used in Germany during the 12th century. The Timmermans surname is derived from job done by its initial bearer. Timmermans is an occupational name for a in Prussia. The name Zimmer means "room" or "chamber" while the derivative Zimmerman and its many variations are occupational names meaning carpenter, literally "room man." Early Origins of the Timmermans familyThe surname Timmermans was first found in Prussia, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches in Germany and abroad, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Chronicles first mention the knight Hans von Zimmern, who signed his name Hans Zimmerlin, of Wuerttemberg around 1414. Early History of the Timmermans familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Timmermans research. Another 140 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1550, 1644, 1672, 1685, 1693, 1730, 1766, 1778, 1811 and 1812 are included under the topic Early Timmermans History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Timmermans Spelling VariationsMany cultural groups lived in the German states in medieval times. Each had its own dialect and traditions, and unique variations of popular names. Low German, which is similar to contemporary Dutch, was spoken in Westphalia. German names are characterized by additions such as regional suffixes and phrases that tell something about the origin or background of its original bearer. Further contributing to the variation in German names was the fact that there were no spelling rules in medieval times: scribes recorded names according to their sound. The recorded spelling variations of Timmermans include Zimmer, Zimmerle, Zimmerer, Zimmermann, Zimmerman, Zimerman, Timmer (northern Germany), Timmermann, Timmerman and many more. Early Notables of the Timmermans familyAnother 39 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Timmermans Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Timmermans RankingIn Netherlands, the name Timmermans is the 71st most popular surname with an estimated 12,896 people with that name. 1
 Timmermans migration to the United States | + |
Much of German history has been shaped by the state of Prussia. It was an enduring military power until after the Second World War. At that time, the state was abolished altogether and its land divided between the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany and West Germany. While some Prussians were content to remain in those countries, others moved away, many of them migrating to North America. They entered the United States mostly through Philadelphia, moving on to Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Others went to Canada, settling on the prairies and in the province of Ontario. Among those of this surname listed in various historical records were:
Timmermans Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Cornelis, Matthew, and Willem Timmermans and their families, who all immigrated to Iowa in 1863
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- Felix Timmermans (1886-1947), Flemish novelist
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