The surname Samitz was first found in Carintie, Galicia, which lies in southern Poland on the northern slopes of the Carpathians. It was overrun by Monguls in 1223. The region is composed of Polish and Ukrainian natives, the latter being to the east. The Ruthenian nobles adopted the Catholic faith and the Polish tongue. The surname 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. In their later history the name 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 Samitz family
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Samitz Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Sarmir, Samitz, Sarmitz, Samir, Zarmir, Zsarmir and many more.
Early Notables of the Samitz family
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Migration of the Samitz family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: George Samis, who came to New York, NY in 1901; and Alecos Samis, who arrived in New York, NY in 1905.
Contemporary Notables of the name Samitz (post 1700)
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Morris Harriss Samitz (b. 1909), well-known Jewish physician and professor
