Tolle History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Tolle is derived from the German word toll, which means wild, crazy, and is often used to describe pranks and tricks. The original bearer of the name was known for pulling extensive, crazy practical jokes. A broad and miscellaneous class of surnames, nickname surnames could refer either directly or indirectly to a characteristic of the first person who used the name. They can describe the bearer's favored style of clothing, appearance, habits, or character. Nickname surnames were frequently the result of a spontaneous reaction to a particular occasion or event. Early Origins of the Tolle familyThe surname Tolle was first found in Pomerania and Mecklenburg, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families of the region. From the 13th century the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation. Chronicles first mention Herbord Tolle of Luebeck in 1325, and Johann Toelner of Rostock in 1345. Early History of the Tolle familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Tolle research. Another 145 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1619, 1723, 1770, 1805, 1806, 1833 and 1851 are included under the topic Early Tolle History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Tolle Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Toll, Toller, Tolle, Toelner, Toelle, Toelner, Tollen and many more. Early Notables of the Tolle familyProminent bearers of the name Tolle at this time were Heinrich Anton von Toll, who became captain of the Prussian regiment from Wedell in 1770, and died in 1805 as a major while fighting in... Tolle RankingIn the United States, the name Tolle is the 7,567th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Tolle Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Tolle Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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