The surname Vanden was first found in Belgium and Luxemburg, 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 Luxemburg, a Grand Duchy of Erope and a province of Belgium. The House of Luxemburg is descended from Count Conrad who died 1086. Towns of the area inclue Viesalm, Herbeumont, Bertrix, Marche and Bastogne. 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 Vanden family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vanden research. Another 96 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1288, 1636, 1668, 1700 and 1711 are included under the topic Early Vanden History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Vanden Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Vianden, Vianen, Viani, Vanden, Vandelin, Vandin, Vanden, Vyanden, Vienden and many more.
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Early Notables of the Vanden family
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Migration of the Vanden family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Heinrich Vianden, who came to Wisconsin in 1849; George Viander, who came to Philadelphia in 1819; and many others who came in the great migration from Europe to the New World..
Contemporary Notables of the name Vanden (post 1700)
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Katrina vanden Heuvel (b. 1959), American editor, publisher, and part-owner of the magazine The Nation
Kyle Vanden Bosch (b. 1978), National Football League player
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