Fluck History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Fluck is rooted in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. It was a name for someone who was a streaked or dappled element. The surname Fluck originally derived from the Old English word Fleck. Early Origins of the Fluck familyThe surname Fluck was first found in Norfolk where they held a family seat from ancient times, some say before the Norman Conquest in 1066. Early History of the Fluck familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Fluck research. Another 148 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1400, 1605, 1650, 1657, 1679 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Fluck History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Fluck Spelling VariationsFluck has been spelled many different ways. Before English spelling became standardized over the last few hundred years, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. As the English language changed in the Middle Ages, absorbing pieces of Latin and French, as well as other languages, the spelling of people's names also changed considerably, even over a single lifetime. Many variations of the name Fluck have been found, including Fleck, Flecke, Flegg, Flack, Flacks, Flick and many more. Early Notables of the Fluck familyMore information is included under the topic Early Fluck Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Fluck family to IrelandSome of the Fluck family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
In an attempt to escape the chaos experienced in England, many English families boarded overcrowded and diseased ships sailing for the shores of North America and other British colonies. Those families hardy enough, and lucky enough, to make the passage intact were rewarded with land and a social environment less prone to religious and political persecution. Many of these families became important contributors to the young colonies in which they settled. Early immigration and passenger lists have documented some of the first Flucks to arrive on North American shores: Fluck Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Fluck Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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