Gehler History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Gehler family

The surname Gehler was first found in Silesia, where the name gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. The name derives from the occupational name for a town crier, for which the German word is "geller." It is also a nickname for a man with red hair, from the Yiddish "gel." 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 Gehler family

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Gehler Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gehler, Gehlen, Gehren, Geler, Geller, Gelar, Gelan, Gelder, Geldern, Goler and many more.

Early Notables of the Gehler family

the Gehler family of Silesia

Gehler migration to the United States +

Gehler Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Fredrik Gehler, who arrived in New York in 1762

Gehler Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Pete Gehler, who arrived in Dubuque County, Iowa in 1847