First found in Bavaria, where the name Ginntl 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.

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Fernando Gentil, who came to America in 1511; Ana Bernal Gentil, who settled in New Spain in 1571; Gaspar Gentil, who settled in Peru in 1582; Edward Gentle, who arrived in New York in 1777.

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