The surname Deventers 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 Utrecht, a city and capital of the province of Utrecht. The ramparts of this ancient city were destroyed in 1830. The Domkerk (1254) is on the site of the original church of St.Willibrord in 720. In the crypt are the hearts of Conrad II (1039) and Henry V (1125) two German Emperors. The Museum is notable for its relics and artifacts. Its tumultuous history was strongly influenced by religious conflict. 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 Deventers family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Deventers research. Another 78 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1500 and 1575 are included under the topic Early Deventers History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Deventers Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Deventer, Devennter, Deventter, Deventers, Deventor, Deventere, Deventerre, Deventeres and many more.
Early Notables of the Deventers family
Jacob Roelofs van Deventer (c. 1500-1575), Dutch cartographer, best known for his work in systematically cartographing all Dutch towns and cities of his time. He created between 250 and 260 city maps, covering areas from Friesland to Luxembourg... Another 38 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Deventers Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Deventers family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Jan Pietersen VanDeventer, who arrived in New Netherland sometime between 1620 and 1664; Pieter Jansen VanDeventer, who came to New Jersey in 1662; Jan VanDeventer, who came to New Jersey in 1662.
