The surname De'kemper 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 De'kemper family
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De'kemper Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Kemper, Kempper, Kemmper, Keemper, Kemmpers, Kemperes, Kemperr, Kemperre, Kempere, van Kemper, de Kemper, Kemperer and many more.
Early Notables of the De'kemper family
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Migration of the De'kemper family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Adam H. Kemper, who was naturalized in New Orleans in 1857; Adrianus Kemper, who arrived in Boston in 1848; G. J. Kemper, who arrived at New York on October 5, 1853 aboard the ".
