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Early Origins of the Brada family

The surname Brada was first found in Polesie, the largest province of Poland. It is inhabited by Ruthenians, called Polesians, of Ukrainian descent. The main towns are those of Brest Litovsk, Pinsk, Kobryn, Kamenets, Litovsk, and Luninets. It was in this province that the renowned Radziwills and Sapiehas held their vast estates. Wolczyn was the seat of the Czartoryski family. The Brada surname 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. In their later history the name 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 Brada family

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Brada Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Bradica, Bradtke, Bradacice, Brodeeki, Brada, Bradac, Bradaty, Broda and many more.

Early Notables of the Brada family

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United States Brada migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Brada Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Gallus Brada, who arrived in New York city in 1856
  • Christof Brada, who arrived in New York city in 1883
  • Anna Brada, who settled in New York, NY in 1891


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