First found in Bavaria, where the name Bachmann 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.

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• Ancient origin of the name (usually pre-1100)
• Known spelling variations
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• First settlers to North America
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Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Abraham Bachman, who came to Ohio in 1819; Aloyse Bachman, who came to Indiana in 1818; Andreas Bachman, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1742; Andrew Bachman, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1844.

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