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The surname Bruggeman was first found in Hessen, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. 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. Translated literally, the name means "bridge-man," and referred to the occupation of taking toll at bridges. The name was found most frequently in Frankfurt in the 12th and 13th centuries.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bruggeman research. Another 161 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1473, 1480, 1521, 1583, 1654, 1818 and 1819 are included under the topic Early Bruggeman History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Bruckmann, Bruckman, Bruchmann, Bruchman, Brukmann, Brueckmann, Brueckman, Bruechmann, Bruekmann, Bruegmann (northern Germany), Brueggemann (Westphalia), Bruckmayr (Bavaria), Bruckmayer (Bavaria) and many more.
Prominent figures of the time who bore the name Bruggeman were Hans Brüggemann (ca. 1480-c. 1521), a German artist, best known for his large carved altarpiece in Schleswig Cathedral; John Brugman, O.F.M., (died 1473) a 15th-century Franciscan friar...
Another 37 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Bruggeman Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
In the United States, the name Bruggeman is the 10,799th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1 However, in France, the name Bruggeman is ranked the 6,964th most popular surname with an estimated 1,000 - 1,500 people with that name. 2 And in Netherlands, the name Bruggeman is the 635th popular surname with an estimated 2,869 people with that name. 3