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The surname Bolle 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.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bolle research. Another 83 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1505 and 1816 are included under the topic Early Bolle History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Bolle, Bole, Boler, Boleyn, Bollane, Boll, Bölle, Bolleman, Bollen, Boller, Bollendorff, Bolli and many more.
The surname was distinguished by many in this era including
In France, the name Bolle is the 4,010th most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 1