Show ContentsBrogelmann History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The Brogelmann surname is thought to derive from the Middle High German word "brogen," meaning " to brag;" as such it was probably originally a nickname, which later evolved into a surname.

Early Origins of the Brogelmann family

The surname Brogelmann was first found in Westphalia, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families in the western region. From the 13th century onwards the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.

Early History of the Brogelmann family

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Brogelmann Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Brogle, Brogel, Brogen, Broghill, Brogelman, Brogelmann, Broghel, Breughel, van Breugel and many more.

Early Notables of the Brogelmann family

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United States Brogelmann migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Brogelmann Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Karl Rudolf Brogelmann, who settled in Chicago in 1883


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