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Early Origins of the Vanlanen family

The surname Vanlanen 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 Vanlanen family

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Vanlanen Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: van Laanen, van Laan, van Lanen, Laan, van Laan, Lanan, van Laen, Laen and many more.

Early Notables of the Vanlanen family

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Vanlanen migration to the United States +



Vanlanen Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Petrus Vanlanen, who arrived in 1849
  • Johannes Vanlanen, who arrived in 1851
  • Gerardus Vanlanen, who settled in 1851
Vanlanen Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • Albert VanLanen, who settled in Wisconsin in 1916


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