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Early Origins of the Aichinger family

The surname Aichinger was first found in Austria, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Early History of the Aichinger family

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Aichinger Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Aichinger, Aychinger, Aichingen, Aiching and others.

Early Notables of the Aichinger family

During this period prominent bearers of the name Aichinger were

  • Gregor Aichinger (1565-1628), who was organist to the Fugger family of Augsburg, one of the richest dynasties of the time, as well as a composer


United States Aichinger migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Aichinger Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Carl Friedrich Aichinger, who settled in North America in 1853

Contemporary Notables of the name Aichinger (post 1700) +

  • Utz Aichinger (1938-2023), West German field hockey player at the 1968 Summer Olympics
  • Ilse Aichinger (1921-2016), Austrian writer
  • Gregor Aichinger (1564-1628), German composer


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