Duggar History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Germany
Ireland
Scotland

Etymology of Duggar

What does the name Duggar mean?

The Duggar surname comes from the German term for a duck or diving bird (from du(c)ken ‘to dive or duck’). It is thought to have been a nickname for someone thought to resemble the duck, but in some instances may have been an occupational name for someone whose trade involved the handling of ducks.

Early Origins of the Duggar family

The surname Duggar was first found in Westphalia, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families in the western region. From the 13th century onwards the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.

Early History of the Duggar family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Duggar research. Another 137 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1671, 1687, 1720, 1819, 1833 and 1846 are included under the topic Early Duggar History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Duggar Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ducker, Dücker, Ducher, Duckermann and many more.

Early Notables of the Duggar family

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Duggar migration to the United States +

Duggar Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Alice Duggar, aged 27, who arrived in New York City, New York in 1911 aboard the ship "Ryndam" from Boulogne 1

Contemporary Notables of the name Duggar (post 1700) +

James Robert Duggar (b. 1965), American politician and television personality who appeared on the reality series 19 Kids and Counting (2008-2015), Member of the Arkansas House of Representatives (1999-2003)
Jana Marie Duggar (b. 1990), American television personality, best known for her appearances on TLC as part of the reality television shows 19 Kids and Counting (2008-2015) and Counting On (2015-2021)
Benjamin Minge Duggar (1872-1956), American plant physiologist

Sources +

Ellis Island Search retrieved 15th November 2022. Retrieved from https://heritage.statueofliberty.org/passenger-result