Vonheck History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Vonheck name comes from the Middle High German word "hecke," or "hegge," meaning "hedge;" as such it was likely originally a topographic name for someone who lived near a hedge. This name is common in southern Germany and the Rhineland. Early Origins of the Vonheck familyThe surname Vonheck was first found in Flanders, where the name Heck became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Vonheck familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vonheck research. Another 64 words (5 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Vonheck History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vonheck Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Heck, Hecke, van Heck, van Hecke, van den Hecke and others. Early Notables of the Vonheck familyMore information is included under the topic Early Vonheck Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Vonheck familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Elizabeth Heck, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1731; Balthasar Heck, who settled in Frederick Co., MD in 1743; Adam P. Heck, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1751.
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