The German state of Bavaria is the ancestral home of the Fuechs family. Fuechs is a local name. Fuechs is a name for someone who lived in Franconia, where the name was closely identified in early medieval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history.
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Early Origins of the Fuechs family
The surname Fuechs was first found in Franconia, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name is associated with ancient noble families from Tirol and Franconia, mentioned as knights in chronicles dating back to 1190. The Fuchs von Fuchsberg branch of Tyrol, where Ulrich Fuchs possessed a castle of the same name around 1267. 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.
Early History of the Fuechs family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Fuechs research. Another 149 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1501, 1566, 1622, 1781, 1833 and 1902 are included under the topic Early Fuechs History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Fuechs Spelling Variations
Many cultural groups lived in the German states in medieval times. Each had its own dialect and traditions, and unique variations of popular names. Low German, which is similar to contemporary Dutch, was spoken in Westphalia. German names are characterized by additions such as regional suffixes and phrases that tell something about the origin or background of its original bearer. Further contributing to the variation in German names was the fact that there were no spelling rules in medieval times: scribes recorded names according to their sound. The recorded spelling variations of Fuechs include Fuchs, Fuchse, Fuchsen, Fuechs and others.
Early Notables of the Fuechs family
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Migration of the Fuechs family
European migration to North America began in the mid-17th century and continued unabated until the mid-20th. Many Bavarians made the long trip to escape poverty or persecution based on their religious beliefs. The chance for tenant farmers to own their own land was also a major drawing card. They settled all across the United States in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Many came to Canada also, settling in Ontario and the prairie provinces. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Fuechss to arrive in North America, and among them were: Christoph Fuchs, who came to New York in 1709-10; he was followed by many other bearers of this name, such as Jacob Fuchs, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1728.
