Show ContentsCambier History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Early Origins of the Cambier family

The surname Cambier 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 North Holland, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Amsterdam, Haarlem and Hilversum. It was the seat of the old Counts of Holland. Seat of one of the oldest families is Brederode Castle near Haarlem. There are many old and quaint towns in the province. including Medemblik, Enkhuizen, Hoorn, Edam, and Monnikendam. 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 Cambier family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cambier research. Another 100 words (7 lines of text) covering the year 1715 is included under the topic Early Cambier History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Cambier Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Cambier, Cambiere, Cambierre, Cambiers, Cambieres, Cambierrs, Cammbier, Caambier, Cambbier, van Cambier and many more.

Early Notables of the Cambier family

  • the Cambier family of Haarlem

Cambier Ranking

France, the name Cambier is the 3,827th most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 1


Cambier migration to the United States +



Cambier Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Jules Cambier, who arrived in Illinois in 1863

Contemporary Notables of the name Cambier (post 1700) +

  • Robin Cambier, Actor
  • René Cambier, Actor
  • Romain Cambier, Actor


  1. http://www.journaldesfemmes.com/nom-de-famille/nom/


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