Markell History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Markell family

The surname Markell was first found in Bavaria, where the name Merkel 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 Markell family

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Markell Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Merkel, Merkell, Merkels, Merkkel, Merkeles, Merkelles, Merkkels, Merkkeles, Merkkle, Merkle, Markley and many more.

Early Notables of the Markell family

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Markell migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Markell Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century

Mr. Richard Markell U.E. who settled in Canada c. 1784 1

Contemporary Notables of the name Markell (post 1700) +

Markell Baer, American Republican politician, Presidential Elector for California, 1952

Citations +

Rubincam, Milton. The Old United Empire Loyalists List. Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc, 1976. (Originally published as; United Empire Loyalists. The Centennial of the Settlement of Upper Canada. Rose Publishing Company, 1885.) ISBN 0-8063-0331-X