Fleisch History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Fleisch

What does the name Fleisch mean?

The ancient and distinguished German surname Fleisch is derived from the German word "fleisch," meaning "meat," and the suffix "mann," meaning "man"; thus, this name refers to a butcher.

Early Origins of the Fleisch family

The surname Fleisch was first found in Austria, where the Fleischmann family became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In its later history, the Fleischmann family became a power unto itself and was elevated to the ranks of nobility. The earliest known bearer of the name was Heinrich Lenke der fleischman, who lived in Eger in 1379.

Early History of the Fleisch family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Fleisch research. Another 84 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1539, 1586, 1608, 1629, 1663, 1676, 1729 and 1809 are included under the topic Early Fleisch History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Fleisch Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Fleisch, Fleishauer, Fleischbein, Fleischer, Fleischhacker, Fleischmann, Fleischen, Fleischern, Fleishhaus, Fleischdorf, Flesch (North Germany) and many more.

Early Notables of the Fleisch family

Johann Fleischer (1539-1608), a prominent theologian
Esaias Fleischer (c.1586-1663), a Danish pharmacist born in Silesia
Josef Fleischer (1676-1729), a well-known painter

Fleisch migration to the United States +

Fleisch Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Rosa Fleisch, who settled in New York in 1865
Georg Fleisch worked as a priest in Cincinnati from 1868 to 1874

Contemporary Notables of the name Fleisch (post 1700) +

Karl Bernhard Fleisch (1778-1814), German doctor