Funke History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe ancient and distinguished surname Funke is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German "funke," meaning "spark," and was most likely originally used to denote a blacksmith. Alternatively, it may have originally been bestowed as a nickname to indicate a very lively person. Early Origins of the Funke familyThe surname Funke was first found in Baden, as well as the Rhineland and Pomerania, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the areas. The young Funke family declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending its influence in struggles for power and status within the region. It branched into many houses, and its contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power. The origins of the name make it likely that several branches of the Funke family emerged independently in various areas of Germany. The earliest recorded bearer of the name was a knight called Funke, who was living in the town of Rüdesheim in 1280. Early History of the Funke familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Funke research. Another 98 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1504, 1539, 1642, 1646, 1666, 1699, 1723, 1736, 1746, 1786 and 1836 are included under the topic Early Funke History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Funke Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Funck, Funcke, Funcken, Funk, Funke, Funken, Funkh, Funckenheim, Funckner, Funkhauser and many more. Early Notables of the Funke familyAnother 40 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Funke Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Funke RankingIn the United States, the name Funke is the 8,485th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Funke Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Funke Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century
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