Sedlaczek History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe distinguished surname Sedlaczek is derived from the Czech word "sedlak," meaning "farmer." It is likely that this name was introduced into Germany by the Slav-speaking population known as the Wends or the Sorbs, who lived in the regions of Silesia, Bohemia, and Prussia. Early Origins of the Sedlaczek familyThe surname Sedlaczek was first found in Bohemia, where it is likely that the name first emerged. It was probably initially borne by a peasant or farmer living in this region. The young Sedlaczek family was instrumental during this early period, contributing greatly to the development of medieval Bohemian society. Early History of the Sedlaczek familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Sedlaczek research. Another 111 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1789, 1793, 1818, 1845, 1853 and 1881 are included under the topic Early Sedlaczek History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Sedlaczek Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Sedlaczek, Sedlacek, Sedlak, Sedlaczeck and many more. Early Notables of the Sedlaczek familyDuring this early period, notable bearers of the name Sedlaczek included
Migration of the Sedlaczek familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Catharine Sedlak, who arrived in New Orleans in 1852; Anna Sedlacek, who settled in Chicago in 1865; Wenzel Sedlaczek, who immigrated to New York with his daughter Marie in 1870.
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