The surname Brüchmann was first found in Hessen, 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. Translated literally, the name means "bridge-man," and referred to the occupation of taking toll at bridges. The name was found most frequently in Frankfurt in the 12th and 13th centuries.
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Early History of the Brüchmann family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Brüchmann research. Another 161 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1473, 1480, 1521, 1583, 1654, 1818 and 1819 are included under the topic Early Brüchmann History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Brüchmann Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Bruckmann, Bruckman, Bruchmann, Bruchman, Brukmann, Brueckmann, Brueckman, Bruechmann, Bruekmann, Bruegmann (northern Germany), Brueggemann (Westphalia), Bruckmayr (Bavaria), Bruckmayer (Bavaria) and many more.
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Early Notables of the Brüchmann family
Prominent figures of the time who bore the name Brüchmann were Hans Brüggemann (ca. 1480-c. 1521), a German artist, best known for his large carved altarpiece in Schleswig Cathedral; John Brugman, O.F.M., (died 1473) a 15th-century Franciscan friar... Another 37 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Brüchmann Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Brüchmann family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johann Valentin Bruckman, on record in Philadelphia in 1754; Jakob Bruckmann, a German mercenary on record in North America in 1783; George Bruckman, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1807.
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