Berringer History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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The prestigious family surname Berringer originated in the territory that eventually became the German state of Prussia. In the 19th century, this state was virtually unrivalled militarily, and its rapid industrial growth made it a contender for economic superiority in Europe as well. However, in the medieval era, Prussia was fragmented and inhabited by numerous barbarian tribes, who fought amongst themselves for control of the land. The borders of the barbarian kingdoms, which were established after the fall of the Roman Empire, changed repeatedly. The region that came to be known as Prussia was roughly divided between the territories of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia and East Prussia. The Berringer family emerged in Brandenburg-Prussia, which is essentially the birthplace of modern Germany. By the 19th century, Brandenburg-Prussia had incorporated East Prussia, West Prussia and many other German territories. Moreover, in the late 19th century, it led the German states in the unification of Germany.

Early Origins of the Berringer family

The surname Berringer was first found in Prussia, where the name Beringer became noted for its many branches within the region, where each house acquired 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 Berringer family

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Berringer Spelling Variations

Many cultural groups lived in the German states in medieval times. Each had its own dialect and traditions, and unique variations of popular names. Low German, which is similar to contemporary Dutch, was spoken in Westphalia. German names are characterized by additions such as regional suffixes and phrases that tell something about the origin or background of its original bearer. Further contributing to the variation in German names was the fact that there were no spelling rules in medieval times: scribes recorded names according to their sound. The recorded spelling variations of Berringer include Beringer, Berringer, Beringher, Beringger, Berenger, Berengher, Berengger, Baringer, Baeringer, Barringer, Baerringer, Baringher, Baeringher, Baringger, Baeringger, Barenger, Baerenger, Barengher, Baerengher, Barengger and many more.

Early Notables of the Berringer family

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Berringer migration to the United States +

The state of Prussia was a great influence on the shape of modern Germany. After the Second World War, Prussia's land was divided among the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany and West Germany and the state was abolished. Some Prussians remained in those countries after the war, while many others migrated to North America in search of a new start. Philadelphia was their primary point of entry to the United States, after which many of them moved on to Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. A large number of Prussians also migrated to Ontario and the prairie provinces as United Empire Loyalists. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Berringers to arrive in North America, and among them were:

Berringer Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Mary Elizabeth Berringer, who arrived in Salisbury, North Carolina in 1724
Mary Elia Berringer, who landed in Salisbury, North Carolina in 1724 1
Conrad Berringer, who landed in New York in 1734 1
Elias Berringer, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1738 1
Paul Berringer, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1743 1
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Berringer Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Jacob Berringer, who landed in New York in 1835 1
Reidolf Berringer, aged 34, who arrived in New York, NY in 1849 1

Berringer migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Berringer Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century

Anna, Barbara, John and Rudolph Berringer all of whom, who arrived in Nova Scotia in 1757
Anna Berringer, who arrived in Nova Scotia in 1757
Barbara Berringer, who landed in Nova Scotia in 1757
John Berringer, who arrived in Nova Scotia in 1757
Rudolf Berringer, who landed in Nova Scotia in 1757

Berringer migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Berringer Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

William Berringer, English convict from Middlesex, who was transported aboard the "Ann" on August 1809, settling in New South Wales, Australia 2

Citations +

Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)
State Library of Queensland. (Retrieved 2016, October 27) Ann voyage to New South Wales, Australia in 1809 with 200 passengers. Retrieved from http://www.convictrecords.com.au/ships/ann/1809