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Etymology of Bantzer

What does the name Bantzer mean?

The German surname Bantzer was derived from the Middle High German word "panzier," which means "mail-coat;" as such, it was likely an occupational name for an armorer.

Early Origins of the Bantzer family

The surname Bantzer was first found in Westphalia, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families in the western region. From the 13th century onwards the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.

Early History of the Bantzer family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bantzer research. Another 73 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1633, 1634, 1654 and 1703 are included under the topic Early Bantzer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Bantzer Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Panser, Panse, Pansern, Pansen, Pansey, Panzer, Pantzer, Pantzner, Panzner, Panzen and many more.

Early Notables of the Bantzer family

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Migration of the Bantzer family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Friedrich Panzer, who came to America in 1783; Joseph Panser, who arrived in New York, NY in 1824; Charles Panzer, who settled in New York in 1838; Eduard Panzer, who came to New York, NY in 1853.



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