Runck History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe roots of the distinguished German surname Runck lie in Pomerania. The name is derived from the Middle High German word "Runze," meaning "wrinkle," and was most likely originally bestowed on an older person as a nickname, eventually becoming a surname. Early Origins of the Runck familyThe surname Runck was first found in Pomerania, where it is thought to have first emerged. The earliest known bearer of the name was Conrad Runke, who was a resident of Rostock in 1288. The young Runck family played a major role in the early history of the region, and contributed greatly to the development of Pomeranian society. Early History of the Runck familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Runck research. Another 77 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1765, 1814, 1834 and 1878 are included under the topic Early Runck History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Runck Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Runke, Runk, Ronke, Ronk, Runck, Runcke, Ronck and many more. Early Notables of the Runck familyAnother 42 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Runck Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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