The surname Vilsterle 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 West Flanders, a province in Belgium, originally Bruges. Within this province the notable towns are Bruges, the capital city, Ostend, Courtrai, Furnes, Thielt, Ypres and Roulers. 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 Vilsterle family
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Vilsterle Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Vilsteren, Vilstern, Vilters, Velsern, Vilters, Velters and many more.
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Early Notables of the Vilsterle family
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Migration of the Vilsterle 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.
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