Bussert History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Bussert is derived from a Germanic personal name composed of the German elements "bos," which meant "audacious," and "hard," which meant "hardy" or "brave." Thus, the name no doubt originally referred to a person who was very tough or one who was inclined to fight. Some instances of the Bussert surname are derived from the personal name Burkhart, and the German word boese, which meant "naughty" and "tough." Early Origins of the Bussert familyThe surname Bussert was first found in Westphalia, where the name Bossart 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 Bossart family became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility. Early History of the Bussert familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bussert research. Another 73 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1538, 1539 and 1746 are included under the topic Early Bussert History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Bussert Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Bossart, Bosart, Bosarte, Bossarte, Bossard, Bossardt, Bosard, Bosardt, Bossarde, Bosarde and many more. Early Notables of the Bussert familyNotables of the period with the name Bussert were
Migration of the Bussert familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Jean Bossard arrived in Virginia with his wife and 3 children in 1700; Balthasar Bossart, age 30, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1735; Barbara Bossart settled in Carolina in 1738.
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