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Early Origins of the Vanbuyten family

The surname Vanbuyten 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 East Flanders, a province in Belgium. Within this province the notable towns are Ghent, the capital city, St Nicolas, Alost, Termonde and Oudenarde. 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.

Early History of the Vanbuyten family

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Vanbuyten Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Buyten, van Buyten, Buyton, Buytan, van Buyton, Vanbuyten, Vanbuyton, Buytene and many more.

Early Notables of the Vanbuyten family

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Migration of the Vanbuyten family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Many settlers were recorded from the mid 17th century onward in the great migration from Europe to the New World.


Contemporary Notables of the name Vanbuyten (post 1700) +

  • Jan Van Buyten, Visual Effects
  • Daniel Van Buyten (b. 1978), Belgian international footballer


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