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Early Origins of the Semler family

The surname Semler was first found in Austria, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Semler family

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Semler Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Simmerl, Simmel, Simmell, Simmill, Simill, Simell and others.

Early Notables of the Semler family

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United States Semler migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Semler Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Johann Semler, who arrived in America in 1783 1
Semler Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • John Semler, who arrived in New York, NY in 1835 1
  • Nicholas Semler, who landed in Allegany (Allegheny) County, Pennsylvania in 1844 1


  1. Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)


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