Sang History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Bavaria, Germany is the ancestral home of the Sang family. The Germans began using hereditary surnames in the 12th century. Sang is an occupational name, which was derived from the kind of work done by the original bearer. It is a name for a singer. The name probably evolved from the German word "sanger," and it indicates that the family has an historical association with the profession of singing ballads.

Early Origins of the Sang family

The surname Sang was first found in the ancient walled city of Noerdlingen, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would play a prominent role in Bavarian history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Early History of the Sang family

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Sang Spelling Variations

Many cultural groups lived in the German states in medieval times. Each had its own dialect and traditions, and unique variations of popular names. Low German, which is similar to contemporary Dutch, was spoken in Westphalia. German names are characterized by additions such as regional suffixes and phrases that tell something about the origin or background of its original bearer. Further contributing to the variation in German names was the fact that there were no spelling rules in medieval times: scribes recorded names according to their sound. The recorded spelling variations of Sang include Senger, Saenger, Singer, Sengher, Sanger, Sang and many more.

Early Notables of the Sang family

Prominent among members of the name Sang in this period include Maria Renata Saenger von Mossau (1680-1749), a Bavarian nun executed for heresy, witch craft, apostasy and satanism, one of the...
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Sang migration to the United States +

European migration to North America began in the mid-17th century and continued unabated until the mid-20th. Many Bavarians made the long trip to escape poverty or persecution based on their religious beliefs. The chance for tenant farmers to own their own land was also a major drawing card. They settled all across the United States in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Many came to Canada also, settling in Ontario and the prairie provinces. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Sangs to arrive in North America, and among them were:

Sang Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Mr. Phillip Sang, aged 49, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Washington"
Mrs. Catharina Sang, aged 39, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Washington"
Mr. William Sang, aged 15, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Washington"
Mr. Peter Sang, aged 14, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Washington"
Mr. Jacob Sang, aged 10, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1845 aboard the ship "Washington"
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Contemporary Notables of the name Sang (post 1700) +

Frank Sang, American politician, Member of New York State Assembly from Oneida County 2nd District, 1879
Douglas Sang Hue (1931-2014), West Indian cricket umpire
Sang Hwa Lee (b. 1989), Koren Olympic skater who won two gold at the 2010 and 2014 games