The surname Linberg is a local surname, derived from a nearby feature of the physical geography where the original bearer lived. This name is a topographic surname, as opposed to a habitation surname which is derived from an already existing place name. The Linberg family name is derived from the German word "linde," which means "lime tree," and "berg," which means "hill." The original bearer was named for his proximity near a hill crowned by lime trees.
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Early Origins of the Linberg family
The surname Linberg was first found in Saxony, where the name 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.
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Early History of the Linberg family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Linberg research. Another 150 words (11 lines of text) covering the year 1574 is included under the topic Early Linberg History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Linberg Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Lindenberg, Lindenborg, Lindburgh, Lindbergh, Lindburg, Lyndberg, Lynderberg, Lyndburg, Lynderburg, Lintberg, Lindtberg, Lindtburg, Lindberger, Lindburger and many more.
Early Notables of the Linberg family
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Migration of the Linberg family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Georg Ernst Lindenberger, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1752. George Lindberger arrived in Philadelphia in 1802; T.E. Lindenberger in San Francisco in 1856.
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