Conkle History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Netherlands
Germany

Early Origins of the Conkle family

The surname Conkle was first found in early documents where it was derived from the Dutch word "konkelen" which means "plot, intrigue, conspire."

Alternatively, the name could have originated from the root name "Con," which means "bold, wise, knowing, and klein, little or son." 1

Another source notes that name could denote a "descendant of the petty king or chieftain." 2

Early History of the Conkle family

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Conkle Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Conklin, Conkling and others.

Early Notables of the Conkle family

From this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included those who were listed in the 1984 edition of the Report of Distribution of Surnames in the Social Security Number File which lists the surnames Conklin and Conkling collectively as the 1,178th most popular surname in the United...
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Conkle Ranking

In the United States, the name Conkle is the 12,657^th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 3

Conkle migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Conkle Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Frederich Conkle, who settled in Indiana in 1850

The Conkle Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Virtutis gloria merces
Motto Translation: Glory is the reward of valour.

Citations +

Arthur, William , An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names. London: 1857. Print
Smith, Eldson Coles, New Dictionary of American Family Names New York: Harper & Row, 1956. Print
"What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/