Sagar History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Sagar is an occupational surname; that is, it is derived from the work of the original bearer. In this case it is derived from the occupation of carpenter or miller. The name is derived from the Old German word "sager," which means "sawyer," or a person who saws wood. Occupational names that were derived from the common trades of the medieval era transcended European cultural and linguistic boundaries. Early Origins of the Sagar familyThe surname Sagar was first found in Pomerania, previously composed of the northern German provinces of Brandenburg, Prussia, and Mecklenburg, where the name could be considered to make a great early contribution to the feudal society. The name became prominent in local affairs and branched into many houses which played important roles in the tribal and national conflicts, each group seeking power and status in a constantly changing territorial profile. Chronicles first mention Johann Sager of Luebeck in 1307. Early History of the Sagar familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Sagar research. Another 171 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1639, 1776 and 1778 are included under the topic Early Sagar History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Sagar Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Sager, Sage, Sagar, Seger, Saeger (Magdeburg and many more. Early Notables of the Sagar familyProminent bearers of the name Sagar at this time were
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Sagar Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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