The surname Spoer 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 Utrecht, a city and capital of the province of Utrecht. The ramparts of this ancient city were destroyed in 1830. The Domkerk(1254) is on the site of the original church of St.Willibrord in 720. In the crypt are the hearts of Conrad II(1039) and Henry V(1125) two German Emperors. The Museum is notable for its relics and artifacts. Its tumultuous history was strongly influenced by religious conflict. 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 Spoer family
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Spoer Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Spoor, Spoors, Spoorer, Spoori, Spoerri, Spoerrer, Spoer and many more.
Early Notables of the Spoer family
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Migration of the Spoer family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John Spoore, who arrived in Boston sometime between 1620 and 1650; Jan Wybesse Spoor, who came to New York in 1662; H. C. Spoorer, who arrived in San Francisco in 1850.
