Collor History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

The ancient and distinguished surname Collor is of German origin. The name is derived from the Alemmanic word "Kohler," meaning "charcoal burner," and was most likely originally borne by a practitioner of this occupation.

Early Origins of the Collor family

The surname Collor was first found in Saxony, where the family rose to prominence early in the mediaeval era. From the 13th century the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of what would become the German nation.

Early History of the Collor family

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Collor Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kohler, Koehler, Koler, Kolar, Koller, Kollar, Koeler, Koelar, Koelle, Koeller, Koellar, Koellner, Koelner, Coler, Cohler, Coeler and many more.

Early Notables of the Collor family

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Collor migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Collor Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

John Collor, aged 28, a labourer, who arrived in Saint John, New Brunswick in 1837 aboard the barque "Robert Watt" from Cork, Ireland

Contemporary Notables of the name Collor (post 1700) +

Fernando Collor de Mello (b. 1949), Brazilian politician, 32nd president of Brazil