Gelien History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Gelien family

The surname Gelien was first found in Austria, where the name Gelan 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 Gelien family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Gelien research. Another 115 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1670, 1803 and 1876 are included under the topic Early Gelien History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Gelien Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gelan, Gelen, Geleem, Geleen, Gelyn, Gelin, Gellen, Gellin, Galen and many more.

Early Notables of the Gelien family

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Migration of the Gelien family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Peter Gelan, who settled in Prince Edward Island in 1894; Felix Gelin, who was naturalized in Wisconsin in 1919; and Ole Gelin, who became an American citizen in Wisconsin in 1925..

Contemporary Notables of the name Gelien (post 1700) +

Arthur Gelien (b. 1931), birth name of Tab Hunter, the American actor, singer, former teen idol, and author