The surname Vorktel was first found in Bavaria, where the name Vorchtel 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.
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Early History of the Vorktel family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vorktel research. Another 120 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1749 and 1783 are included under the topic Early Vorktel History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Vorktel Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Vorchtel, Vörchtel, Vorchdorfer, Vocktel, Vockel, Vechtel, Vechten, Förchtl, Virgil, Virtual, Virchel and many more.
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Early Notables of the Vorktel family
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Migration of the Vorktel family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Henry A. Forcht, who came to South Dakota ; Henrich Vocke, who settled in Newfoundland in 1775-1781; J. Forchtel, who arrived in New York, NY in 1850.
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