Ghent History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Ghent familyThe surname Ghent 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 Ghent familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Ghent research. Another 82 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1728 and 1784 are included under the topic Early Ghent History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Ghent Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Gent, Gente, Gents, Gentt, Gentte, Gentts, Geent, Gennt, Genntt, Genttes, Geents, Gennts and many more. Early Notables of the Ghent familyAnother 35 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Ghent Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Ghent RankingIn the United States, the name Ghent is the 17,335th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Ghent Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Ghent Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Ghent Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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