Glocke History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Glocke surname is derived from the Middle High German word "glocke," or "glogge," meaning a "bell." The name may have been an occupational name for someone who rang bells; or it may have come from any of several places named from this word. Early Origins of the Glocke familyThe surname Glocke was first found in Bohemia, where the family was anciently associated with the political and religious 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. The family founded numerous branches, many of which acquired manors and estates in surrounding regions, where they contributed to the prosperity of their society. Early History of the Glocke familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Glocke research. Another 80 words (6 lines of text) covering the year 1710 is included under the topic Early Glocke History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Glocke Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Glocknere, Clocknen, Glocknel, Glockle, Gloeckner, Gloggner, Gloeckler, Gloeckle, Gloeckle, Gloeggl, Glock, Glocke, Glocker, Glockler, Glockh, Glockl, Kloeckner, Kloekker, Klocker, Klockner and many more. Early Notables of the Glocke familyMore information is included under the topic Early Glocke Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Glocke familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Sebastion and Paul Glocker, both of whom arrived in Georgia between 1734 and 1741; Johan Stephan Klockner who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1753; Caspar Glockner who arrived in Philadelphia County, Pa. in 1764.
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