Gadde History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Gadde family

The surname Gadde was first found in Bavaria, where the name was closely identified in early medieval 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. Like many surnames, the name Gadde began as a personal name. Gott was a short form of any of several German personal names which began with that word, which means "good" or "God."

Early History of the Gadde family

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Gadde Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gotte, Gott, Godt, Goth, Gothe, Gode, Godde, Gohde, Gode, Gade, Gadde and many more.

Early Notables of the Gadde family

Prominent among members of the name Gadde in this period include the Gotte family of Bavaria, ennobled September 10th 1745.Niels W. Gade was one of the most gifted and accomplished of living composers and conductors, was born Oct. 11, 1817, at Copenhagen, the son of a maker of musical instruments. His first instruction in music was obtained from a teacher who esteemed mechanical industry...
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Gadde migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Gadde Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Gnat Gadde, aged 24, who arrived in America, in 1895

Gadde Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Barend Gadde, aged 27, who arrived in America, in 1919
A. Gadde, who arrived in America, in 1922
Henry Gadde, aged 36, who arrived in America, in 1922
Herman Gadde, aged 36, who arrived in America, in 1922
Wilhelm Gadde, aged 37, who arrived in America, in 1924
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Contemporary Notables of the name Gadde (post 1700) +

Sindhura Gadde (b. 1984), Indian actress and former Femina Miss India World