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Early Origins of the Gotcher family

The surname Gotcher was first found in Bavaria, where the name Gotcher was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Gotcher family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Gotcher research. Another 114 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1509, 1638, 1680, 1695, 1710 and 1712 are included under the topic Early Gotcher History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Gotcher Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gichtl, Giech, Gach, Kitchel, Gittelde, Gische, Gitchel, Glich, Kitscher, Gochelet, Goegel, Goschl, Gotsche and many more.

Early Notables of the Gotcher family

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Gotcher Ranking

In the United States, the name Gotcher is the 15,191st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. [1]

Migration of the Gotcher family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Louisa Kitchel, who arrived at the port of Baltimore in 1828; as well as A. and R. Gitchell, who arrived at the port of San Francisco in 1851.



  1. "What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/


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