Roecker History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Roecker familyThe surname Roecker was first found in Hessen, where the name became noted for its many branches within the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied and enrolled by the princes of the region. In their later history the branches became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Chronicles first mention Betz Ruecker of Schweinfurt in 1388 and Peschklle Ruecker of Glatz in 1343. The variation Rueckert is the more recent, and Rueckhardt first appears in the 16th century. Early History of the Roecker familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Roecker research. Another 219 words (16 lines of text) covering the years 1545, 1550, 1594, 1631, 1667, 1689, 1788, 1834 and 1866 are included under the topic Early Roecker History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Roecker Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Rucker, Ruecker, Ruckers (northern Germany), Ruckert (Franconia, Silesia), Rueckert, Rueckhardt, Ruckhardt, Rueckhart, Ruckhart, Ruckers, Rueckers, Rukker, Rucker, Ruck, Rucke and many more. Early Notables of the Roecker familyAnother 44 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Roecker Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Roecker Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
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