The Welsh name Proger is a patronymic surname created from the Welshpersonal name Roger. The surname Proger was originally ap-Roger: the distinctive Welsh patronymic prefix "ap," means "son of," but the prefix has been assimilated into the surname over the course of time.
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Early Origins of the Proger family
The surname Proger was first found in Monmouthshire (Welsh: Sir Fynwy), where they held a family seat from very ancient times, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D.
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Early History of the Proger family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Proger research. Another 85 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1621 and 1713 are included under the topic Early Proger History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Proger Spelling Variations
Although there are not an extremely large number Welsh surnames, there are an inordinately large number of spelling variations of those surnames. This variety of spellings began almost immediately after the acceptance of surnames within Welsh society. As time progressed, these old Brythonic names were eventually were recorded in English. This process was problematic in that many of the highly inflected sounds of the native language of Wales could not be properly captured in English. Some families, however, did decide to modify their own names to indicate a branch loyalty within the family, a religious adherence, or even a patriotic affiliation. The name Proger has seen various spelling variations: Proger, Progers, Prodger and others.
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Early Notables of the Proger family
Prominent amongst the family during the late Middle Ages was
Edward Proger (1621-1713), Welsh Member of Parliament for Brecknockshire, Page of Honour to King Charles I, Groom of the Bedchamber for King Charles II and Lord of the Manor of West Stow
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Migration of the Proger family
The Welsh migration to North America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries contributed greatly to its rapid development. These migrants were in search of land, work, and freedom. Those Welsh families that survived the long ocean journey were critical to the development of new industries and factories, and to the quick settlement of land. They also added to an ever-growing rich cultural heritage. A search of the immigration and passenger lists has shown a number of people bearing the name Proger: Richard Prodger, who came to Virginia in 1607, thirteen years before the " Mayflower"; William Progers, who settled in Barbados in 1654; and Thomas Progers who settled in Virginia in 1774..
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