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Early Origins of the Brehn family

The surname Brehn was first found in Saxony, 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 Brehn family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Brehn research. Another 79 words (6 lines of text) covering the year 1804 is included under the topic Early Brehn History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Brehn Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Brenn, Bren, Brene, Brenne, Brehn, Brehnn and many more.

Early Notables of the Brehn family

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Brehn migration to the United States +



Brehn Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • George Brehn, who landed in Missouri in 1840 1


  1. 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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