Maritz History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands

Early Origins of the Maritz family

The surname Maritz 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 Brabant, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Eindhoven, Helmund and Tilburg. Historically one province, it is now North and South, the north being a part of Holland. 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 Maritz family

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Maritz Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Marotz, Marot, Marotte, Merode, Merot, Mertz, Mauritz and many more.

Early Notables of the Maritz family

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Maritz Ranking

South Africa, the name Maritz is the 415^th most popular surname with an estimated 17,319 people with that name. 1

Maritz migration to the United States +

Maritz Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Francis Maritz, who settled in New York in 1832

Contemporary Notables of the name Maritz (post 1700) +

Paul Maritz (b. 1954), American CEO of VMware Corporation (NYSE:VMW), and a past senior executive at Microsoft
Gert Maritz (1798-1838), South African Voortrekker pioneer and leader
Manie Maritz (1876-1940), South African Boer General during the Second Boer War
Jean Maritz (1680-1743), Swiss inventor

Sources +

"Most Common Last Names in South Africa." Forebears, https://forebears.io/south-africa/surnames