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Early Origins of the Geider family

The surname Geider was first found in Bavaria, where the name Geibel was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Geider family

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Geider Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Geibel, Geibler, Geidel, Gebel, Gebl, Gebler and others.

Early Notables of the Geider family

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United States Geider migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Geider Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Heinrich Geider, who settled in Cincinnati in 1788-1848

Contemporary Notables of the name Geider (post 1700) +

  • Horst Geider, German commander of the German submarine U-61 during World War II
  • Richard Geider, Professor of Biology at the University of Essex


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