Acherman History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands
England

Etymology of Acherman

What does the name Acherman mean?

The surname Acherman it is derived from the elements "acker" meaning "field" or "agriculture." Thus the name was probably originally an occupational name for a farmer.

Early Origins of the Acherman family

The surname Acherman was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in Amsterdam, an ancient 13th century town held by the Lords of Amstel. Giesebrecht II built a castle there and Geisbrecht III built the dam to keep out the sea. It is first mentioned in charters of 1275 when Floris IV, the count of Holland granted its charter.

Early History of the Acherman family

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Acherman Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ackerman, Ackermann, Ackermanne, Ackermane, Ackermans, Ackermaan, Acckerman, Ackermanes and many more.

Early Notables of the Acherman family

Franz (or French) Ackerman of Ghent (c.1330-1387), a well known Flemish statesmen of the 14th century; Christian Ackermann (died 1710), Russian sculptor and carver who worked in Estonia; and Rudolf...
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Acherman migration to the United States +

Acherman Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Francis Acherman, who settled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1844
A. Acherman, who settled in Philadelphia in 1876