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Early Origins of the Zarr family

The surname Zarr was first found in Bavaria, where the name Zehrer 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.

Early History of the Zarr family

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Zarr Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Zehrer, Zehrerr, Zehrers, Zehreres, Zehrerrs, Zehhrer, Zehrrer, Zeehrer, Sehrer and many more.

Early Notables of the Zarr family

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Migration of the Zarr family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Eva Catherina Serer, who came to Pennsylvania in 1733; Johannes Zehring, who came to Pennsylvania in 1753; Georg Zier, who arrived in America in 1770.


Contemporary Notables of the name Zarr (post 1700) +

  • Sara Zarr (b. 1970), American writer, known for her first novel, Story of a Girl (2007), a National Book Award finalist
  • Frederick I. Zarr, American musician, songwriter and song producer


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