Schwer History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Schwer is generally thought to be derived from the Middle High German word "swaere" meaning "grieved" or "sad," suggesting one who was grieved or saddened. Schwer may have originated as a nickname, derived from a physical characteristic or personal attribute of the initial bearer. In some cases, the Schwer name may have also been derived from the German word "schwer" meaning "father-in-law" or "schwager" meaning "brother-in-law." Early Origins of the Schwer familyThe surname Schwer was first found in Germany, where Chunrat der Swaere was recorded in Bavaria in 1225 and Hentze Sweher in Rohrbach in Hesse in 1366. There is reference to one Christoph Schweher in 1565 from Budweis, and G. Magnus Schweyher in 1719 from Nuremberg. Early History of the Schwer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Schwer research. Another 114 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1772 and 1820 are included under the topic Early Schwer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Schwer Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Schwäher, Schwähr, Schweher, Schweyer, Schweyher, Schwerer, Schwaeher, Schwier, Swieger, Schwägerl, Schwager, Swager, Schwertfeger and many more. Early Notables of the Schwer familyMore information is included under the topic Early Schwer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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