The surname Gichtel was first found in Bavaria, where the name Gichtel was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.
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Early History of the Gichtel family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Gichtel research. Another 114 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1509, 1638, 1680, 1695, 1710 and 1712 are included under the topic Early Gichtel History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Gichtel Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Gichtl, Giech, Gach, Kitchel, Gittelde, Gische, Gitchel, Glich, Kitscher, Gochelet, Goegel, Goschl, Gotsche and many more.
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Early Notables of the Gichtel family
Prominent among members of the name Gichtel in this period include
Johann Georg Gichtel (1638-1710), a German mystic and religious leader who was a critic of Lutheranism
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Migration of the Gichtel family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Louisa Kitchel, who arrived at the port of Baltimore in 1828; as well as A. and R. Gitchell, who arrived at the port of San Francisco in 1851.
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