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Early Origins of the Merman family

The surname Merman was first found in Bavaria, where the name Mersmann 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.

Early History of the Merman family

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Merman Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Mersmann, Mermann, Merman, Mersman, Merssman, Merssmann, Merrman, Mersaman, Merseman, Murman, Mirrman, Mirmann, Murrman, Murmann, Myrmann and many more.

Early Notables of the Merman family

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United States Merman migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Merman Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • John George Merman, who arrived in Baltimore in 1830
  • Rosine Merman, who settled in Baltimore in 1830
  • John Fredk Merman, who arrived in Baltimore in 1830
  • John Merman, who arrived in Baltimore in 1830
  • Esta Merman, who settled in Baltimore in 1830
  • ... (More are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)

Contemporary Notables of the name Merman (post 1700) +

  • Ethel Merman (1908-1984), American actress and singer
  • Lawrence E. Merman Jr., American Democratic Party politician, Candidate in primary for Delegate to Michigan State Constitutional Convention from Monroe County, 1961 1


  1. The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2015, November 23) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html


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