Overholt History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Overholt

What does the name Overholt mean?

The German surname Overholt is derived from the German words "ober," meaning "upper," or "above," and the word man.

Early Origins of the Overholt family

The surname Overholt was first found in East Prussia, where the name Oberer came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as numerous branches of the same house acquired distant estates, some of which were located in other countries. Through the acquisition of these estates as well as their important contributions to society, the family successfully elevated their social status.

Early History of the Overholt family

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Overholt Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Oberer, Ober, Obermann, Obererman, Obermans, Oberers, Obere, Oberman, Oberman and many more.

Early Notables of the Overholt family

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Overholt Ranking

the United States, the name Overholt is the 15,388^th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1

Overholt migration to Canada +

Overholt Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century

Mr. Abraham Overholt Sr., U.E. who settled in Canada c. 1784 2
Mr. Staats Overholt U.E., (Stols) who settled in Home District, Clinton [Lincoln], Ontario c. 1784 married to Mary Rott 2
Mr. Abraham Overholt U.E. who settled in Home District [York County], Ontario c. 1786 was a Pilot in the New York Army 2

Sources +

"What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/
Rubincam, Milton. The Old United Empire Loyalists List. Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc, 1976. (Originally published as; United Empire Loyalists. The Centennial of the Settlement of Upper Canada. Rose Publishing Company, 1885.) ISBN 0-8063-0331-X