The surname Westerbur is a compound name created from the Middle High German words "west" meaning "west" and "burg" which means "hill."
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Early Origins of the Westerbur family
The surname Westerbur was first found in Austria, where the name Westerbur was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society of Europe. 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.
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Early History of the Westerbur family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Westerbur research. Another 65 words (5 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Westerbur History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Westerbur Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Westerburg, Westerberg, Westerburger, Westerberger, Westerburgh, Westerburgher, Wester, Westeburg, Westeberg, Westberg and many more.
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Early Notables of the Westerbur family
During this period prominent bearers of the name Westerbur were
members of the Westerburg family of Austria
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Migration of the Westerbur family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Anna Hohanna Westerber, age 17; who arrived in America in 1839; Hohan Theodor Westerberg, age 27; who came with his wife Anna Hoegstrom Westerberg to New York city in 1848.
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