Slyke History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Slyke familyThe surname Slyke 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 Limburg, the smallest, southernmost province of the Netherlands. The capital of the province is Mastricht, noted for its contribution to the modern treaty for the E.E.C. Other notable towns are Crefeld and Breda and Nijmwegan. 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 Slyke familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Slyke research. Another 81 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1834 and 1839 are included under the topic Early Slyke History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Slyke Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Van Slyke, Van Slype, Van Slike, Van Slyck, Van Slyk, Van Slipe, Slyps and many more. Early Notables of the Slyke familyMore information is included under the topic Early Slyke Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Slyke familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Cornelis Antonissen VanSlyck, who came to New Netherland sometime between 1620 and 1664; Broer Cornelis VanSlyck, who settled in New York in 1634; Willem Pieterse VanSlyk, who arrived in New York in 1655.
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