Kaiser History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms 

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Early Origins of the Kaiser family

The surname Kaiser was first found in Austria, 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.

Early History of the Kaiser family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kaiser research. Another 160 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1226, 1595, 1647, 1674, 1676, 1692, 1710, 1715, 1739, 1775, 1814 and 1874 are included under the topic Early Kaiser History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Kaiser Spelling Variations

One can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Kaiser include Kaiser, Kaisser, Kaizer, Kayser, Kaysser, Kayzer, Keiser, Keyser, Keisser, Keizer, Kaisling, Kaissling, Keyserling and many more.

Early Notables of the Kaiser family

During this period prominent bearers of the name Kaiser were

Kaiser Ranking

In the United States, the name Kaiser is the 1,285th most popular surname with an estimated 24,870 people with that name. 1 However, in France, the name Kaiser is ranked the 4,645th most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 2


Kaiser migration to the United States +

Austria was made a republic after the First World War. The Austro-Hungarian Empire was broken up by the Treaty of Versailles and many of its people found themselves in the new nation of Czechoslovakia. Many other Austrians and expatriate Austrians made their way to North America in the 20th century. Most landed in Philadelphia, later continuing on to the states of Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Some Austrian settlers also went to western Canada and Ontario. Research into the origins of individual families in North America revealed records of the immigration of a number of people bearing the name Kaiser or a variant listed above:

Kaiser Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Kaiser Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Kaiser Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Kaiser migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Kaiser Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Contemporary Notables of the name Kaiser (post 1700) +


The Kaiser Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Mit Gott fuer Kaiser und Reich
Motto Translation: With God for emperors and realm


Suggested Readings for the name Kaiser +
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