Stauffacher History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Stauffacher familyThe surname Stauffacher was first found in Switzerland, where the name came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as many branches of the same house acquired distant estates and branches, some in foreign countries, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society. The name is derived from the Old High German word "stouf," and is an occupational name for a maker or seller of beakers or mugs. The name was also a habitation name adopted from one of the many places so named in Switzerland or Germany. Early History of the Stauffacher familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Stauffacher research. Another 60 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1907 and 1944 are included under the topic Early Stauffacher History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Stauffacher Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Stauffer, Staufer, Staufert, Stouffer, Stover and others. Early Notables of the Stauffacher familyAnother 29 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Stauffacher Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Stauffacher Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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