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Early Origins of the Gehrs family

The surname Gehrs was first found in Hamburg, where the name contributed greatly to the development of an emerging nation which would later play a large role in the tribal and national conflicts of the area. In later years the name branched into many houses, each playing a significant role in the local social and political affairs. The name is also connected to several place names in the Holstein region.

Early History of the Gehrs family

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Gehrs Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gehra, Gehren, Gehring, Gera, Geradon, Geradts and many more.

Early Notables of the Gehrs family

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Gehrs migration to the United States +



Gehrs Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Johann Gehrs, who arrived in America in 1787

Contemporary Notables of the name Gehrs (post 1700) +

  • Donald Raeburn Algernon Gehrs (1880-1953), Australian cricketer


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