The distinguished surname Blaesing is German in origin. It is derived from the Middle High German "blasaere," meaning "trumpeter," and was most likely first borne by someone who played a wind instrument.
, where the Blaes family became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring 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.
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Another 84 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1574 and 1679 are included under the topic Early Blaesing History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Spelling variations of this family name include: Blaes, Blaesing, Blaesveldt, Blaedt, Blaesen, Blaesenaur, Blaeser, Blaesinger, Blaesern, Blaise, Blasshorn, Blaser and many more.
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johannes Blaeser, who arrived in Baltimore in 1834; Johann Blassherk, who immigrated to New York in 1859; and Anna Blaeser, who also immigrated to New York in 1865..