The surname Gersd was first found in Baden, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.
Early History of the Gersd family
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Gersd Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Gerst, Garst, Gerster, Garster, Garstel, Gerstel and others.
Early Notables of the Gersd family
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Migration of the Gersd family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Anna Gerster, who settled in Carolina in 1736; Henry Garster, who came to Philadelphia in 1749; Andreas Gerst, who came to New York, NY in 1782; Jacob Garster, who came to Pennsylvania in 1802.