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Early Origins of the Vincens family

The surname Vincens was first found in Holland, 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 South Holland, a province of Holland, the most crowded province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Rotterdam, Leyden and Shiedam. Noted is the famed castle of Teilengen where Jacqueline of Bavaria is buried. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Vincens family

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Vincens Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Vinceler, Vincenius, Vincens, Fentzel, Fonceler and many more.

Early Notables of the Vincens family

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United States Vincens migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Vincens Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Wilhelm Vincens, who settled in New York, NY in 1852
  • Petrowski Vincens, who settled in New York, NY in 1872

Contemporary Notables of the name Vincens (post 1700) +

  • Jacques Marie Joseph Vincens, Overseas Administrator for France


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