Leining History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Leining familyThe surname Leining was first found in Bavaria, where the name Lehning 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. They also branched into the Rhine province, and into Bade, Hesse, and Nassau. The eponymous Leininger Sporn is a highly prominent ridge in the northeast of the Palatinate Forest in western Germany. Early History of the Leining familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Leining research. Another 75 words (5 lines of text) covering the year 1779 is included under the topic Early Leining History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Leining Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Lehning, Leiningen, Leihning, Leining, Linange and others. Early Notables of the Leining familyMore information is included under the topic Early Leining Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Leining Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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