Barz History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Belgium

Early Origins of the Barz family

The surname Barz 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 Barz family

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Barz Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Bartz, Bartzz, Barttz, Barrtz, Barts, Bartez and many more.

Early Notables of the Barz family

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Barz migration to the United States +

Barz Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Carl Friedr Barz, who arrived in New York, NY in 1866
Caroline Barz, who arrived in New York, NY in 1869

Contemporary Notables of the name Barz (post 1700) +

Diane MacDonald Barz (1943-2014), American jurist, the first woman to serve as a member of the Montana Supreme Court (1989-1990)
Mike Barz (b. 1970), born Michael Barszcz, an American weekday morning news anchor at WFOX-TV and WJAX-TV