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Early Origins of the Gellman family

The surname Gellman was first found in Belgium, 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 Brabant, an ancient duchy from 1190 onward. Within the province Brussels and Louvain are the major cities and the smaller Clabecq, Tubize and Wavre towns. Other towns include Vilvorde, Tirlemont and Hal. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.

Early History of the Gellman family

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Gellman Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gelman, Gelmen, Gelmer, Geylman, Geymann, Gillman, Gilman and many more.

Early Notables of the Gellman family

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United States Gellman migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Gellman Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Emilia Augusta Gellman, who arrived in New York, NY in 1850
Gellman Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • Eli Gellman, who was naturalized in Scott County, Indiana in 1915

Australia Gellman migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Gellman Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
  • Mr. Henry Gellman who was convicted in London, England for 10 years, transported aboard the "Clara" on 19th March 1857, arriving in Western Australia, Australia 1


  1. Convict Records of Australia. Retrieved 11th February 2021 from https://convictrecords.com.au/ships/clara


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