This name is thought to be somehow derived from the Old German word "Geiß," which means "goat."
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Early Origins of the Giest family
The surname Giest was first found in Switzerland, where the name came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as many branches of the same house acquired distant estates and branches, some in foreign countries, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society.
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Early History of the Giest family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Giest research. Another 103 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1650, 1711 and 1861 are included under the topic Early Giest History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Giest Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Geist, Geistt, Geisst, Geiste, Geistte, Geisste, Geistes, Geists, Geistts, Giest, Giestt, Giests, Geest, Geisser, Gaisser, Geiss, Gaiss, Geissler and many more.
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Early Notables of the Giest family
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Migration of the Giest family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Ann Geist, who was one of the earliest settlers, went to Maryland in 1677. Barbara Geist went to America in 1721 and Michael Geest went to Philadelphia in 1741. In 1751.
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