Fluke History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Fluke familyThe surname Fluke 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 Fluke familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Fluke research. Another 98 words (7 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Fluke History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Fluke Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Vlak, Vlake, Vlaken, Vlack, Vlacker, Vlakveld, Vlach, Flach, Flack, Flake, Flachen and many more. Early Notables of the Fluke familyMore information is included under the topic Early Fluke Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Fluke Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Fluke Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Fluke Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Fluke Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century
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