Tammen History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands

Early Origins of the Tammen family

The surname Tammen 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 Tammen family

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Tammen Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Tammens, Tamens, Tammenes, Tammense, Tamenes, Tammen, Tammene, Tammenss, Tameens, Timmins, Timmings, Temmens, Dammens and many more.

Early Notables of the Tammen family

the Tammens family of Holland

Tammen migration to the United States +

Tammen Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Hikke Janssen Tammen, who arrived in Illinois sometime between 1841 and 1903
Johannes Henricus Tammen, who settled in America in 1847
Herman Tammen, who arrived in New York, NY in 1892