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Etymology of Thiens

What does the name Thiens mean?

The name Thiens derives from the German personal name Matthias which in turn derives from the apostle Matthaeus (English Matthew). Versions of this name were very popular in the Middle Ages throughout Christian Europe.

Early Origins of the Thiens family

The surname Thiens was first found in Germany, where the name came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society.

Early History of the Thiens family

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Thiens Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Theis, Theisen, Thein, Theitz, Theisz, Theisman and others.

Early Notables of the Thiens family

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Migration of the Thiens family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Anna Theis, who arrived in America in 1791; Elisabeth Theis, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1789; Jacob Theis, whose Oath of Allegiance was recorded in Pennsylvania in 1741.



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