Vanhooser History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Vanhooser familyThe surname Vanhooser 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 Brabant, an ancient duchy from 1190 onward. Within the province Brussels and Louvain are the major cities and the smaller Clabecq, Tubize and Wavre towns. Other towns include Vilvorde, Tirlemont and Hal. 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 Vanhooser familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vanhooser research. Another 92 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1702 and 1840 are included under the topic Early Vanhooser History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vanhooser Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Verhoeven, Verhoef, Verhoeff, Verhooft, Vaneuven, Vonhoeffen, van Hoven and many more. Early Notables of the Vanhooser familyMore information is included under the topic Early Vanhooser Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Vanhooser familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Hendryck VanHoven, who settled in New York in 1698; Cornelis Verhoven, who arrived in New York, NY in 1700; Frederick Verhoef, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1817.
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