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Early Origins of the Rohel family

The surname Rohel 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 South Holland, a province of Holland, the most crowded province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Rotterdam, Leyden and Shiedam. Noted is the famed castle of Teilengen where Jacqueline of Bavaria is buried. 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 Rohel family

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Rohel Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Roellchen, Roellch, Roel, Roellichs, Roels, Rohel, Rohels, Rohelichen, Roheles, Röhl, Röhllchen, Rollicken, Rollicken, Rollken and many more.

Early Notables of the Rohel family

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United States Rohel migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Rohel Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Anton Rohel, who arrived in New York, NY in 1891
  • Filip Rohel, who settled in Nebraska in 1893


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