Kersh History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Kersh familyThe surname Kersh was first found in Saxony, where the family was anciently associated with the political and religious 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. The family founded numerous branches, many of which acquired manors and estates in surrounding regions, where they contributed to the prosperity of their society. Early History of the Kersh familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kersh research. Another 144 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1639, 1670, 1710, 1720 and 1792 are included under the topic Early Kersh History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kersh Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Kirsche, Kirsch, Kirsh, Kirshe, Cirsche, Cirsch, Cirsh, Cirshe, Kirschke (Silesia), Kersch, Kersh, Kersche and many more. Early Notables of the Kersh familyProminent bearers of the family name Kersh at this time were Gottfried Kirch (Kirche, Kirkius) (1639-1710), a German astronomer and the first 'Astronomer Royal' in Berlin, Director of... Kersh RankingIn the United States, the name Kersh is the 15,783rd most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1 Migration of the Kersh familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Adam Kirsch, who came to America in 1709 at the age of 31 with his wife, son, and two daughters. Conrad, Johann Jacob, and Georg Kirsch all settled in Pennsylvania in 1744.
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