Wiening History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Wiening surname is thought to have originally been a nickname which became a surname. It derives from the Middle High German word "wenic," which means small or weak. Early Origins of the Wiening familyThe surname Wiening was first found in Bavaria, where the name Wening 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. Bearers of the name were also found in Silesia, Saxony and Thuringia. Early History of the Wiening familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Wiening research. Another 133 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1354, 1453, 1601, 1787 and 1792 are included under the topic Early Wiening History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Wiening Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Wening, Weniger, Wenin, Wenig, Wenisch, Wenk, Weining, Wiening, Weuning, Wauning and many more. Early Notables of the Wiening familyMore information is included under the topic Early Wiening Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Wiening Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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