Emigh History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe roots of the distinguished German surname Emigh lie in the kingdom of Bavaria. The name is derived from the Old Germanic name Emmerich or one of its variants, such as Emrich, Emery, Irmin, or Ermin, and signifies "son of Emmerich." Early Origins of the Emigh familyThe surname Emigh was first found in the city of Wurzburg, where the name first emerged. The earliest known bearer of the name was Emicho or Embricho, the bishop of Wurzburg in 1140. The young Emigh family was instrumental during these early times, playing a major role in the development of medieval Bavarian society. Early History of the Emigh familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Emigh research. Another 80 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1260, 1350 and 1412 are included under the topic Early Emigh History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Emigh Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Emig, Emich, Ehmich, Ehmig, Emigh, Ehmicho and others. Early Notables of the Emigh familyMore information is included under the topic Early Emigh Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Emigh Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century
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