Gehrs History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Germany

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