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![Show Contents]() Tocher History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 Germany
The ancient roots of the Tocher family are found in the German state of Bavaria. The Tocher surname, was a local name, for someone who lived in Nuremberg. Early Origins of the Tocher familyThe surname Tocher was first found in Nuremberg, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Founded in 1050, Nuremberg was one of the main cities of Franconia, before its annexation by Bavaria in 1806. It became a major center of exchange for goods coming south from the Baltic ports, and products moving north from the Mediterranean. Frederick II named Nuremberg a Free Imperial City in the 13th century, and during this period of economic prosperity it became a center of the Arts. It was the birthplace of the poet Hans Sachs and the painter Albrecht Duerer. Early History of the Tocher familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Tocher research. Another 194 words (14 lines of text) covering the years 1310, 1332, 1349, 1363, 1794 and 1815 are included under the topic Early Tocher History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Tocher Spelling VariationsOne can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Tocher include Tucher, Tuchert, Tucherer, Tuecher, Tuecherer, Tuchner, Tuche, Tueche, Tuocher and many more. Early Notables of the Tocher familyMore information is included under the topic Early Tocher Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Tocher familyGerman settlers were among the most common to come to North America between the mid-17th and mid-20th centuries. Poverty and religious persecution drove many Bavarians to make this long trek. tenant farmers were also enticed by the prospect of owning land. From east to west, these German immigrants populated the United States, settling in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Ontario and the prairie provinces of Canada also provided homes to many. Early settlers bearing the Tocher surname or a spelling variation of the name include: Gottlieb Tuche, who came to Philadelphia in 1754. Jacob Tuchner arrived in Philadelphia in 1843.
| Contemporary Notables of the name Tocher (post 1700) | + |
- James Tocher Bain (1906-1988), Canadian engineer
| Historic Events for the Tocher family | + |
- Mr. Edwin Tocher (b. 1921), Scottish Ordinary Seaman serving for the Royal Navy from Bucksburn, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, who sailed into battle and died in the HMS Hood sinking 1
The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.
Motto: Sincere et constanter
Motto Translation: Sincerely and steadfastly.
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