| ![Show Contents]() Fraily History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of FrailyWhat does the name Fraily mean? The surname Fraily belongs to the category of surnames that were derived from nicknames, usually based on a personal or physical characteristic of the initial bearer. In this instance, the name is derived from the Middle High German word "vraelich," which means "happy," or "cheerful." Thus, this surname evolved from a nickname for a merry and cheerful person. Early Origins of the Fraily familyThe surname Fraily was first found in Bavaria, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power. They held a family seat at Frolich in Bavaria. Early History of the Fraily familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Fraily research. Another 143 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1522, 1650, 1692, 1706, 1787, 1793, 1797, 1800, 1803, 1819, 1821, 1827, 1829, 1845, 1851, 1872, 1873, 1878 and 1879 are included under the topic Early Fraily History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Fraily Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Frolick, Frolich, Froelick, Frolicker, Frohlich, Frohlick, Froelig, Froellich, Froellick, Froehlick and many more. Early Notables of the Fraily familyEva Margareta Frölich (c.1650-1692), a Swedish mystic, a fortune teller, prophet, visionary and Pietistic writer.
The Viennese Fröhlich family of four sisters made significant contributions to music. "The eldest, Nanette (Anna), born Sept. 19, 1793, a pupil of Hummel for the piano, and of Hauss and Siboni for singing, became an excellent artist in both branches. From 1819-54 she was teacher of singing at the Conservatoire of Vienna, where she trained many dramatic and concert singers, since celebrated. She will be always gratefully remembered for having induced F. Schubert to write the following pieces:—'Gott ist mein Hirt' (Psalm xxiii), op. 132; and...
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Fraily Settlers in United States in the 18th Century- Leonard Fraily immigrated to Louisiana in 1756
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