The surname Gurck was first found in Austria, where the name Gurck became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.
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Early History of the Gurck family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Gurck research. Another 112 words (8 lines of text) covering the year 1869 is included under the topic Early Gurck History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Gurck Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Gurck, Gurk, Curk, Kirk, Kurk, Kurck, Curck, Görck, Gorcken, Gorcher, Gerck and many more.
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Early Notables of the Gurck family
During this period prominent bearers of the name Gurck were
the Gurck family of Austria
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Migration of the Gurck family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Joannes Gurk, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1728; Agnes Kirk, who was recorded in Pennsylvania in 1773; Adam Kurck, who was naturalized in New York in 1836.
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