Fecht History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Germany
Switzerland

The Fecht surname was originally occupational for someone who fought in duels.

Early Origins of the Fecht family

The surname Fecht was first found in Switzerland, where the name came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as many branches of the same house acquired distant estates and branches, some in foreign countries, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society.

Early History of the Fecht family

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Fecht Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Fechter, Fecht, Fechtheim, Fesch, Feschernich, Vechter, Vechten, Vechte, Wachter, Wächter, Factor and many more.

Early Notables of the Fecht family (pre 1700)

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Fecht migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Fecht Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Frank Fecht, who settled in Philadelphia in 1868
Henry Garrelts Fecht, who settled in Illinois in 1874
David Fecht, who settled in Iowa in 1894

Fecht Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Antje Jaspers Fecht, who settled in Illinois in 1900