Bartshe History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Bartshe

What does the name Bartshe mean?

The ancient roots of the Bartshe family are found in the German state of Bavaria. The Bartshe surname, was a local name, for someone who lived in Bavaria. The surname Bartshe is derivative of the German surname Bercht, which itself is a shortened form of the name Berthold. However, the precursor to the name Berthold was the Old German personal name Berhtwald.

Early Origins of the Bartshe family

The surname Bartshe was first found in Bavaria, where the name Bertsch came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as branches of the house acquired estates in new locations which, combined with their great contributions to society, succeeded in elevating their social status.

Early History of the Bartshe family

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Bartshe 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 Bartshe include Bertsch, Bertsche, Bertche, Bertsh, Bertshe, Bersch, Bersche, Bartsch, Baertsch, Bartsche, Baertsche, Bartche, Baertche, Bartsh, Baertsh, Bartshe, Baertshe, Barsch, Baersch, Barsche, Baersche and many more.

Early Notables of the Bartshe family

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Migration of the Bartshe family

German settlers were among the most common to come to North America between the mid-17th and mid-20th centuries. Poverty and religious persecution drove many Bavarians to make this long trek. tenant farmers were also enticed by the prospect of owning land. From east to west, these German immigrants populated the United States, settling in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Ontario and the prairie provinces of Canada also provided homes to many. Early settlers bearing the Bartshe surname or a spelling variation of the name include: Hibertus Barsch who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1731; Isaac Bertsch arrived in Philadelphia in 1764; Balthas Bertsch came to Philadelphia, Pa. in 1772; George Bertsh, accompanied by his wife and their five children, arrived in Philadelphia in 1804.