| ![Show Contents]() Berenguer History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of BerenguerWhat does the name Berenguer mean? The prestigious family surname Berenguer originated in the territory that eventually became the German state of Prussia. In the 19th century, this state was virtually unrivalled militarily, and its rapid industrial growth made it a contender for economic superiority in Europe as well. However, in the medieval era, Prussia was fragmented and inhabited by numerous barbarian tribes, who fought amongst themselves for control of the land. The borders of the barbarian kingdoms, which were established after the fall of the Roman Empire, changed repeatedly. The region that came to be known as Prussia was roughly divided between the territories of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia and East Prussia. The Berenguer family emerged in Brandenburg-Prussia, which is essentially the birthplace of modern Germany. By the 19th century, Brandenburg-Prussia had incorporated East Prussia, West Prussia and many other German territories. Moreover, in the late 19th century, it led the German states in the unification of Germany. Early Origins of the Berenguer familyThe surname Berenguer was first found in Prussia, where the name Beringer became noted for its many branches within the region, where each house acquired a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Berenguer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Berenguer research. Another 131 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1707 and 1806 are included under the topic Early Berenguer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Berenguer Spelling VariationsIn the medieval era, many different cultural groups lived in the German states. There are thus many regional variations of German surnames from that era. Westphalians spoke Low German, which is similar to modern Dutch. Many German names carry suffixes that identify where they came from. Others have phrases attached that identify something about the original bearer. Other variations in German names resulted from the fact that medieval scribes worked without the aid of any spelling rules. The spelling variations of the name Berenguer include Beringer, Berringer, Beringher, Beringger, Berenger, Berengher, Berengger, Baringer, Baeringer, Barringer, Baerringer, Baringher, Baeringher, Baringger, Baeringger, Barenger, Baerenger, Barengher, Baerengher, Barengger and many more. Early Notables of the Berenguer familyMore information is included under the topic Early Berenguer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Berenguer RankingFrance, the name Berenguer is the 4,740th most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 1
| Berenguer migration to the United States | + |
Since medieval times, the state of Prussia has played an important part in the history of Germany. The state's military powers were historically very strong, and endured until after the Second World War, when the territory was broken up and divided between the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany and West Germany. A spurt of migration followed, with some Prussians going elsewhere in Europe and many others crossing the ocean to North America. Most entered the United States through Philadelphia. Some remained there, while more moved on to the states of Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Others traveled to Canada and settled Ontario and the prairie provinces. Research into the origins of individual families in North America revealed records of the immigration of a number of people bearing the name Berenguer or a variant listed above:
Berenguer Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Vicente Berenguer, who arrived in Puerto Rico in 1844 2
- Fernando Berenguer, who arrived in Puerto Rico in 1860 2
| Contemporary Notables of the name Berenguer (post 1700) | + |
- Pascal Berenguer (b. 1981), French former professional footballer
- Josep Renau Berenguer (1907-1982), Spanish artist and communist revolutionary, notable for his propaganda work during the Spanish Civil War
- Dámaso Berenguer y Fusté (1873-1953), 1st Count of Xauen, Spanish general and politician
- Florin Berenguer -Bohrer (b. 1989), French professional footballer
- Alejandro "Álex" Berenguer Remiro (b. 1995), Spanish professional footballer
- Carmen Berenguer (1946-2024), Chilean poet, audio-visual artist and reporter
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- Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)
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