The surname Prait 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 Antwerp, (Anvers.Fr) a fortified city in the province of Antwerp. It is Belgium's commercial center. In the 11th century Godfrey of Bouillon was Marquis of Antwerp. The province is divided into three districts, Antwerp, Malines and Turnhout. 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 Prait family
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Prait Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Praet, Praets, Praett, Praetts, Praetz, Praetes, Praetez, Praettz, Prraet, Preat, Preats, Pratt, Prait and many more.
Early Notables of the Prait family
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Migration of the Prait family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: A. H. C. Pratt, who came to San Francisco in 1850; A. Pratt, who settled in San Francisco in 1850; Ernste Praets, who arrived in Illinois in 1892; Jantje Praets, who settled in Illinois in 1896.
