Gerner History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Gerner familyThe surname Gerner was first found in East Prussia, where the name Garn came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as numerous branches of the same house acquired distant estates, some of which were located in other countries. Through the acquisition of these estates as well as their important contributions to society, the family successfully elevated their social status. Early History of the Gerner familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Gerner research. Another 68 words (5 lines of text) covering the year 1786 is included under the topic Early Gerner History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Gerner Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Garn, Garner, Garnerin, Garin, Garene, Karen, Gern, Geirn, Giern, Geren, Garn, Gerner, Gar, Garnen and many more. Early Notables of the Gerner familyMore information is included under the topic Early Gerner Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Gerner RankingIn the United States, the name Gerner is the 11,549th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Gerner Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Gerner 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: Gerner Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century
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