Van Buren History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Van Buren is derived from the Middle Higher German word "bur," which meant "cottage" or "dwelling place." Early Origins of the Van Buren familyThe surname Van Buren was first found in Westphalia, where this family name became a prominent contributor to the development of the district from ancient times. Always prominent in social affairs, the name Buren became an integral part of that turbulent region as it forged alliances with other families within the region and the nation. Early History of the Van Buren familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Van Buren research. Another 88 words (6 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Van Buren History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Van Buren Spelling VariationsIn the medieval era, many different cultural groups lived in the German states. There are thus many regional variations of German surnames from that era. Westphalians spoke Low German, which is similar to modern Dutch. Many German names carry suffixes that identify where they came from. Others have phrases attached that identify something about the original bearer. Other variations in German names resulted from the fact that medieval scribes worked without the aid of any spelling rules. The spelling variations of the name Van Buren include Buren, Burren, Buerren, Buerrin, Bueren, Beuren, Burenn, Burend, Burent, Beurin, Bueren and many more. Early Notables of the Van Buren familyMore information is included under the topic Early Van Buren Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Van Buren RankingIn the United States, the name Van Buren is the 4,463rd most popular surname with an estimated 7,461 people with that name. 1 However, in Netherlands, the name Van Buren is ranked the 978th most popular surname with an estimated 2,110 people with that name. 2
For many Germans, emigration to North America was an inviting alternative to the trials of life in the old country. From the mid-17th into the present century, thousands of Germans migrated across the Atlantic. They capitalized on the chance to escape poverty and persecution, and to own their own land. After 1650, Germans settled throughout the states of Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Many also landed in Canada, settling in Ontario or father west on the rich land of the prairies. Among them: Van Buren Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Van Buren Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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