Hesler History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Germany

The surname Hesler is derived from the Germanic tribe of the Hessians.

Early Origins of the Hesler family

The surname Hesler was first found in Austria, where the name 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.

Early History of the Hesler family

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Hesler Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Hess, Hesse, Esse, Hessel, Hesselin, Hesso, Hesler, Hesner and many more.

Early Notables of the Hesler family

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Hesler migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Hesler Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Peter Hesler, who landed in Pennsylvania in 1764 1
Henrich Hesler, who arrived in New York, NY in 1782 1

Hesler Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

John Hesler, who landed in Charleston, South Carolina in 1820 1
Michael Hesler, who landed in Allegany (Allegheny) County, Pennsylvania in 1864 1

Citations +

Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)