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Early Origins of the Klerk family

The surname Klerk 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 Klerk family

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Klerk Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Klerck, Klercker, Klerk, Klerks, Klercken, Klerckenbaum, Klercks, Klerkmann, Klerich, Klerch, van Klerk and many more.

Early Notables of the Klerk family

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Klerk migration to the United States +



Klerk Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Izaak Klerk, who arrived in America in 1872
  • Pieter Klerk, who settled in America in 1874


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