The distinguished surname Stamme is Dutch in origin. It is thought to be derived from the Old High German "stamme," meaning "tree trunk," and was most likely first borne by someone who lived near an outstanding tree. Alternatively, the name may have been initially bestowed as a nickname on someone who had a strong, trunk-like build.
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Early Origins of the Stamme family
The surname Stamme was first found in Holland, where the name is thought to have first emerged. The name could also be found at an early period in the neighboring country of Germany, where Guntram Stamme was recorded to be living in the northern province of Hesse in 1397. The Stamme family was instrumental during this early period, and contributed greatly to the development of medieval Dutch society.
Early History of the Stamme family
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Stamme Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Stam, Stamme, Stamli, Stemme and others.
Early Notables of the Stamme family
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Migration of the Stamme family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Dirck Corsz Stam, who emigrated from the Netherlands to New York in 1638; Peter Stam, who came to Philadelphia in 1734; Adam Stam, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1740.
