Show ContentsStrasberg History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The distinguished surname Strasberg is of German origin. It is derived from the Old Germanic phrase "an der Strasse," which literally means "on the street." Thus, the original bearer of this name was most likely someone whose residence was located on a street.

Early Origins of the Strasberg family

The surname Strasberg was first found in Bavaria and Austria, where the name Strasser came to be considered as playing a major role in the feudal society which affected the early development of Europe. The name Strasser became prominent in local affairs and branched into many houses which became important in the savage tribal and national conflicts, each group seeking power and status in an ever changing territorial profile.

Early History of the Strasberg family

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Strasberg Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Strasser, Strassar, Straser, Strasar, Stresser, Stressar, Strassburg and many more.

Early Notables of the Strasberg family

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Migration of the Strasberg family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John Nicholas Strasser, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1754; Peter Strasser, who settled with his wife and children in Carolina in 1738; and Anton Strasser, who immigrated to Pennsylvania in 1749..



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