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Jan John Schermerhorn was born on 1752, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 9 siblings: Ryer JR Schermerhorn, Barent Schermerhooren and .
Spouse
Jan married Catharine Cathrina Schermerhorn (born Knickerbocker) in 1734, in , New York.
Catharine was born on 1757, in , New York.
They had 6 children: Rejes SCHERMERHORN, Cornelius SCHERMERHORN and .
Death
Jan passed away circa 1800, at age 47 in , New York.
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Birth
Jan Jacobsz Schermerhorn was born in 1590, in .
Spouse
Jan married Engeltie Schermerhorn (born Vrooman) in 1617, at age 27.
Engeltie was born in 1600, in .
They had one son: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn.
Death
Jan passed away in 1654, at age 64 in .
He was buried in .
Genealogy record of Jacob Janse Schermerhooren in Passenger and Immigration Lists, 1500 - 1900
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Birth
Jan (Johannes) Ryers Schermerhorn, (had 13 kids) was born on 1685, in , New York.
Spouse
Jan married Engeltje Janse Schermerhorn (born Vrooman) on 1711, at age 25 in , New York.
Engeltje was born on 1692, in , New York.
They had one son: Jacob Schermerhorn.
Death
Jan passed away in 1752, at age 67 in , New York.
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1708, in , New York.
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 11 siblings: Lucas Schermerhorn, Unknown Schermerhorn and .
Spouse
Jan married Femmetje Schermerhorn (born van Deventer).
Femmetje was born on 1737.
They had 3 children: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn and 2 other children.
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Death
Jan passed away in to 1810, at age 101 in .
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Birth
Jan SCHERMERHORN was born on 1708, in , New York.
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 10 siblings: Elizabeth Lucas HENDERSHOT (born SCHERMERHORN), Jannetje Roberts (born SCHERMERHORN) and .
Spouse
Jan married Femmetje SCHERMERHORN (born VANDEVEVTER) on 1737, at age 29.
Femmetje was born circa 1717.
They had 5 daughters: Maria Schermerhorn, Antje Schermerhorn and .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Death
Jan passed away in 1810, at age 101 in .
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1708, in , New York.
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 10 siblings: Lucas Schermerhorn, Elizabeth Slover (born Schermerhorn) and .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Death
Jan passed away in to 1810, at age 101 in .
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Birth
Jan Jacobsz Schermerhorn was born in 1590, in .
Spouse
Jan married N.N. Segerse N.N. (born Egmont).
N.N was born in 1600, in .
They had one son: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn.
Jan then married Unknown.
They had 2 children: Claes Jans Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1654, at age 64 in .
He was buried in .
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1708, in , New York.
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 10 siblings: Elizabeth Selover Slover (born Schermerhorn), Sophia Selover (born Schermerhorn) and .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Death
Jan passed away in to 1810, at age 101 in .
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Birth
Jan Jacobsz Schermerhorn was born in 1590, in .
Siblings
Jan had one brother: Gijsbert Jacobs SCHERMERHOORN.
Spouse
Jan married N.N. Segerse N.N. (born Egmont).
N.N was born in 1600, in .
They had one son: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn.
Jan then married Unknown Schermerhorn.
They had one son: Claes Jans Schermerhorn.
Jan then married Unknown Schermerhorn.
They had one daughter: Neeltje Jans Schermerhorn.
Death
Jan passed away in 1654, at age 64 in .
He was buried in .
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Birth
Jan or Johannes Schermerhorn was born on 1727, in .
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1727, in .
Spouse
Jan married Jannetje Schermerhorn (born Vosburgh) on 1749, at age 22 in , New York.
Jannetje was born on 1723, in .
They had 4 children: Jacob Schermerhoorn and .
Jan then married Elizabeth Schermerhorn (born Dederick) circa 1758, at age 30 in .
Elizabeth was born on 1736, in .
They had 11 children: William Schermerhorn, Petrus or Peter Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1800, at age 72 in , New York.
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Birth
Jan Jacobs Schermerhorn was born circa 1590, in .
Siblings
Jan had one brother: Gijsbert Jacobs Schermerhorn.
Spouse
Jan married Ms. Schermerhorn (born N.N.).
They had one son: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn.
Jan then married Ms. Schermerhorn.
Death
Jan passed away circa 1654, at age 64 in .
He was buried in .
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Birth
Jan Jacobse Schermerhorn was born in 1590, in .
Siblings
Jan had one brother: Gijsbert Jacobse Schermerhorn.
Spouse
Jan married Engeltje Schermerhorn (born Vrooman).
Engeltje was born in 1600, in .
They had 3 children: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1654, at age 64 in .
He was buried in .
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1708, in , New York.
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 9 siblings: Sophia Selover (born Schermerhorn), Helena Slover (born Schermerhorn) and .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Death
Jan passed away in to 1810, at age 101 in .
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born circa 1882.
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Jan lived in .
He lived in .
Death
Jan passed away circa 1922, at age 40.
He was buried in .
Newspaper
Schenectady Gazette.
Publication
May 1 1922 - Schenectady, Schenectady County, New York, United States.
"...services will be.. the chapel of Timeson and F State street, this afternoon 1. ) at 2:30 o'clock to which relas and friends are invited. SCHERMERHORN-JAN Schermerhorn, 40. Roselle formerly of Rotterdam Junc denly, Burlal Tuesday night, 8 o'c his late homo. Interment W New York city. SCHWARZ-April..."
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Flight nurses Linda C. Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn were married in a ceremony at Grace United Church of Christ, Jeannette.
Spouse
Jan married Linda C. Ryncosky in , Pennsylvania.
Newspaper
The News-Dispatch.
Publication
Dec 10 1974 - Jeannette, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, United States.
"...Flight nurses with the 57th Aeroevacuation Squadron, Scott AFB, Ill., Linda C. Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn were married in a double ring, candlelight ceremony at Grace United Church of..."
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Mr. and Mrs. Jan B. Schermerhorn were married recently and will reside in O'Fallon, Illinois after their honeymoon.
Siblings
Jan had one brother: Jon L. Schermerhorn.
Spouse
Jan married Unknown Schermerhorn.
Personal Info
Jan lived in , Illinois.
Newspaper
The News-Dispatch.
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Dec 10 1974 - Jeannette, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, United States.
"...Flight nurses with the 57th Aeroevacuation Squadron, Scott AFB, Ill., Linda C. Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn were married in a double ring, candlelight ceremony at Grace United Church of..."
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Birth
Johannes Reyerse, Ryers Schermerhorn was born on 1685, in .
Baptism
Johannes was baptized on 1685, in .
Siblings
Johannes had 7 siblings: Catalynje Reyerse Wemple (born Schermerhorn), Jacob Ryers Schermerhorn and .
Spouse
Johannes married Engeltie, Janse Schermerhorn (born Vrooman).
Engeltie was born on 1693, in .
They had 14 children: Ariantje Schermerhorn, Gesina Schermerhorn and .
Death
Johannes passed away in 1751, at age 65 in .
He was buried in .
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Birth
Jan, R . Schermerhorn was born circa 1755, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had one brother: John R Schermerhorn.
Spouse
Jan married Cathrina Schermerhorn (born Knickerbocker) circa 1775, at age 20 in , New York.
Cathrina was born on 1757, in , New York.
They had 9 children: Benjamin Schermerhorn, Jacob K Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1774, at age 19 in , New York.
He was buried in .
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 9 siblings: Jannetje Schermerhorn, Sephya ‘Sophia’ Allen (born Schermerhorn) and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1790, at age 81.
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born in 1590.
Spouse
Jan had one son: ? Schermerhorn.
Death
Jan passed away in 1654, at age 64.
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Birth
Jan Pietersz Schermerhorn was born in 1756, in .
Baptism
Jan was baptized on 1756, in .
Siblings
Jan had 5 siblings: Newborn Pietersz Schermerhorn, Neeltje Kerssloot (born Schermerhorn) and .
Spouse
Jan married Trijntje Jans Schermerhorn (born Pronk) on 1792, at age 36 in .
Trijntje was born in 1770, in .
They had 5 daughters: Afje Schermerhorn, Maartje Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away on 1804, at age 48 in .
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Birth
Jan Dirks Schermerhorn was born on 1738, in .
Siblings
Jan had 8 siblings: Aegje Dirks de Vries (born Schermerhorn), Trijntje Dirks Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away on 1809, at age 71 in .
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1823, in .
Siblings
Jan had 6 siblings: Trijntje Prins (born Schermerhorn), Gourtje Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away on 1826, at age 2.
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Birth
Jan Jacobse Schermerhorn was born in 1590, in .
Spouse
Jan married Engeltje Schermerhorn (born Vrooman) in 1617, at age 27 in .
Engeltje was born in 1600, in .
They had 3 children: Claes Jans Schermerhorn and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1654, at age 64 in .
He was buried in .
Rotterdam, Netherlands, Marriage Index, 1811-1935
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born circa 1842, in .
Spouse
Jan married Geertje Veenendaal on 1887, at age 45 in .
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Birth
Jan SCHERMERHORN was born on 1708, in , New York.
Siblings
Jan had 9 siblings: Neeltje Lucasse SCHERMERHORN, Jannetje SCHERMERHORN and .
Death
Jan passed away in 1790, at age 81.
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Jan SCHERMERHORN was born in .
Spouse
Jan had one son: Jacob Janse SCHERMERHORN.
Death
Jan passed away in After 1654, in .
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Spouse
Jan SCHERMERHORN had one son: Jacob Janse SCHERMERHORN.
Netherlands, Civil Deaths, 1811-1965
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born circa 1823, in .
Death
Jan passed away on 1826, at age 3 in .
Netherlands, Civil Deaths, 1811-1965
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born in .
Death
Jan passed away on 1908, in .
Netherlands, Civil Deaths, 1811-1965
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Birth
Trijntje Schermerhorn was born circa 1796, in .
Spouse
Trijntje married Hendrik Schootel.
Death
Trijntje passed away on 1848, at age 52 in .
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Birth
Maartje Schermerhorn was born circa 1795, in .
Death
Maartje passed away on 1863, at age 68 in .
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Netherlands Burial Records
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on August 30 1907.
Death
Jan passed away on November 18 1990, at age 83.
He was buried in Barsingerhorn alg, Niedorp, Noord-Holland, Netherlands.
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born in 1600.
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Spouse
Jan Schermerhorn had one child: Jacob Janse Schermerhorn.
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1887.
Death
Jan passed away on 1985, at age 97.
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1887, in .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
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Death
Jan Schermerhorn passed away in 1654.
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Spouse
Jan Schermerhorn married Unknown.
They had one child.
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Flight nurses Linda C. Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn marry in a double ring ceremony at Grace United Church of Christ in Jeannette, Pennsylvania.
Spouse
Jan married Linda C. Ryncosky on 1974, in , Pennsylvania.
Personal Info
Jan lived on 1974, in , Illinois.
Newspaper
The News-Dispatch.
Publication
Dec 10 1974 - Jeannette, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, United States.
"... Flight Nurses Marry At Jeannette Church Flight nurses with the 57th Aeroevacuation Squadron, Scott AFB, Ill., Linda C. Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn were married in a double ring, candlelight ceremony at Grace United Church of Christ, Jeannette. Rev. Philip E. Saylor,..."
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Lind Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn, both flight nurses in the United States Air Force, announce their engagement.
Personal Info
Jan lived on 1974, in , New York.
Newspaper
The News-Dispatch.
Publication
Oct 10 1974 - Jeannette, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, United States.
"...be held October 19.n MAKES PLANS Mr. and Mrs Robert G. Ryneasky, RD 1 Jeannette, announced the engagement of their daughter Lind.. to Lt. Jan B. Schermerhorn, son of Mr. and Mrs A.B, Schermerhorn, Ogdenburg, N.Y.. Miss Ryncosky is a graduate of Penn Joint High School and..."
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Jan B. Schermerhorn and 2B Schermerhorn marry in Jeannette, PA, with family and friends in attendance. The couple will reside in O'Fallon, Illinois after their honeymoon in Seven Springs and Austria.
Spouse
Jan married Sharon Keenan.
Personal Info
Jan lived in , Illinois.
Newspaper
The News-Dispatch.
Publication
Dec 10 1974 - Jeannette, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, United States.
"... Flight Nurses Marry At Jeannette Church Flight nurses with the 57th Aeroevacuation Squadron, Scott AFB, Ill., Linda C. Ryncosky and Jan B. Schermerhorn were married in a double ring, candlelight ceremony at Grace United Church of Christ, Jeannette. Rev. Philip E. Saylor,..."
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The article discusses the origin of the Schermerhorn family name and its possible derivation from a Dutch town.
Spouse
Jan had one son: Jacob Schermerhorn.
Personal Info
Jan lived in .
Newspaper
Evening Journal.
Publication
May 21 1921 - Wilmington, New Castle, Delaware, United States.
"...from the town of Schermerhorn. which indeed lies in the " Waterland. " The founder's first name was Jacob, and as his father's name was Jan he was known as Jacob Jansen. In old records he is sometimes spoken of as Jacob Jansen Van Amsterdam and it is known that he had..."
Netherlands, Civil Marriages, 1811-1940
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born circa 1888, in .
Spouse
Jan married Helena Jacoba Maas on 1914, at age 26 in .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Netherlands, Civil Marriages, 1811-1940
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born circa 1842, in .
Spouse
Jan married Geertje Veenendaal on 1887, at age 45 in .
Netherlands, Civil Marriages, 1811-1940
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Willem Onrust was born in .
Spouse
Willem married Jantje Schermerhorn on 1835, in .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Netherlands, Civil Marriages, 1811-1940
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Hendrik Schootel was born in .
Spouse
Hendrik married Trijntje Schermerhorn on 1831, in .
Personal Info
His occupation was a .
Rotterdam, Netherlands, Death Index, 1811-1960
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Birth
Jan Schermerhorn was born in .
Spouse
Jan married Geertje Veenendaal.
Death
Jan passed away on 1908, in .
Rotterdam, Netherlands, Death Index, 1811-1960
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Geertje Veenendaal was born in .
Spouse
Geertje married Jan Schermerhorn.
Death
Geertje passed away on 1937, in .
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List of individuals and their residences in New York and Illinois.
Siblings
Jan had one sister: Eleanor Schermerhorn.
Personal Info
Jan lived on 1979, in , North Carolina.
Newspaper
Schenectady Gazette.
Publication
Jun 7 1979 - Schenectady, Schenectady, New York, United States.
"...Ave. FORT PLAIN Mrs. Olena Martyniuk. River Road, and RD 1. Dannenburg James D. Schermerhorn of Springfield. Ill.. one daughter. Mrs. Jan Killian of Hickory. N.C.: one sister. Eleanor Scher. merhorn of Schenectady. and two granddaughters. Born in Italy. Mr Restifo Justice..."
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Residents host family dinners and gatherings, including seventh birthday celebration for Ned Cole.
Siblings
Jan had one brother: Gary Maloy.
Newspaper
The Tribune-Press.
Publication
Apr 1 1954 - Gouverneur, St. Lawrence, New York, United States.
"...which March 31. Their guests were. Mr and Mr Lee Schermerhorn. M.. and Mrs Willum Schermerhorn. and Susan and Mr and Ms Mat. Tire Maloy. Jan Nancy and Gary Mr and Ms In DeLong of Gouverneur wer supper us Sunday evening of Mr and Mrs. Lewis Paddock. Mr and M:. Mio Hollester..."
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Heuvelton Trail Riders held their annual gymkhana, with competitors receiving prizes in various events.
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Jan lived on 1952, in , New York.
Newspaper
The Tribune-Press.
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Jul 23 1952 - Gouverneur, St. Lawrence, New York, United States.
"...Roger Ferris. 2nd. Glen Hastings, 3rd. Ronn Paradis 4th. Douglas Ferris Graham cracker. 1st Jun Schermerhor Kirbi 3rd Mustan Downing 4th Jan Schermerhorn, Saddling race. 1st. Glen Hasting 2nd. Robert Smiths and 1-1 las Badger. 4th A Smet hut n. Musical pads for 1st. George..."
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Heuvelton Methodist Church presented a Christmas program performed by local students.
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Jan lived on 1955, in , New York.
Newspaper
The Tribune-Press.
Publication
Jan 6 1955 - Gouverneur, St. Lawrence, New York, United States.
"...the Heuvelton Methodist church on Friday evening It was as follows: Sunday school singing. " Oh. Come All Ye Faithful; " recitatione. Jan Schermerhorn. Ronnie Rickett and Marsha Hanna song by Jun. jor choir: On Christmas Day. Du vid Failows: At Christmas Time Thomas..."
Netherlands, Population Registers, 1810-1936
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Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1887, in .
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Jan lived in 1900, in .
Netherlands, Population Registers, 1810-1936
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Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1887, in .
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Jan lived on 1887, in .
Netherlands, Population Registers, 1810-1936
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Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1907, in .
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Jan lived in 1910, in .
Netherlands, Population Registers, 1810-1936
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Jan Schermerhorn was born on 1887, in .
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Jan lived in 1860, in .
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Jan Schermerhorn name variations
  • Jon Schermerhorn
  • Jan Shermerhorn
  • Jan Schermerhon
  • Jan Schermerhorne
  • Jan Schermerhorm
  • Jan Schermerhan
  • Jan Schermerham
  • Jan Schermerhamm
  • Jan Schermerhonn
  • Jan Schermerhoorn
Where did most people named Jan Schermerhorn come from?
  • Netherlands

    64%
  • USA

    36%
Jan | First name meaning

Jan stems from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." This name traveled through Greek as Ioannes and then into Latin as Iohannes. The shortening to Jan occurred independently in several European languages, primarily through the omission of syllables and vowel shifts common in vernacular speech. The "Jo-" prefix was dropped, and the vowel sound evolved to a shorter "a" sound, resulting in the concise form we recognize today. Jan's popularity spread across Europe with the rise of Christianity, as John the Baptist and John the Apostle were significant figures. The name became particularly common in Slavic countries, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia. While Jan is often used as a masculine name, it can also be a feminine name in some cultures, or a short form of longer feminine names like Janina. Variations include Johan, Hans, and Ian, reflecting different phonetic adaptations in various languages. The name's prevalence has fluctuated over time, experiencing periods of high popularity followed by relative decline, influenced by cultural trends and naming fashions.

Schermerhorn
| Last name meaning

The surname Schermerhorn has its roots in the Netherlands, particularly in the region of Holland. It is believed to derive from the Dutch words "schermer," meaning "to protect" or "to shield," and "horn," which refers to a geographical feature, often a point of land or a horn-shaped promontory. The name likely originated as a toponymic surname, indicating that the first bearers lived near a specific location characterized by such features. Historically, individuals with this surname may have been involved in occupations related to agriculture, fishing, or trade, reflecting the maritime culture of the Dutch during the Middle Ages. The name's meaning suggests a connection to protection or defense, possibly indicating the role of the bearers in safeguarding their communities or lands.

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