Dejong History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Dejong surname comes from the Middle Dutch words "de jonc," meaning "the young," a term used to denote the younger of two bearers of the same name, usually a son who bore the same name as his father, which later became a hereditary surname. Early Origins of the Dejong familyThe surname Dejong 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 Dejong familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Dejong research. Another 118 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1569, 1609, 1632, 1635, 1647, 1709, 1714, 1821 and 1831 are included under the topic Early Dejong History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Dejong Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Jong, Jonge, Jonges, Jongg, Jonng, Joong, Joonge, Jonggs, Jongges, de Jong, van Jong, de Jong, Johngh and many more. Early Notables of the Dejong familyAnother 50 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Dejong Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Dejong RankingIn the United States, the name Dejong is the 8,952nd most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1 However, in Netherlands, the name Dejong is ranked the 1st most popular surname with an estimated 91,285 people with that name. 2
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Dejong Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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