Gerstell History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Germany

Early Origins of the Gerstell family

The surname Gerstell 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 Gerstell family

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Gerstell Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gerst, Garst, Gerster, Garster, Garstel, Gerstel and others.

Early Notables of the Gerstell family

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Gerstell migration to the United States +

Gerstell Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Arnold Gerstell, who settled in Allegany Co. Maryland in 1844
Henriette Gerstell, who settled in New Orleans in 1868

Contemporary Notables of the name Gerstell (post 1700) +

Glenn S. Gerstell, American Republican politician, Alternate Delegate to Republican National Convention from New York, 1972 1

Sources +

The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2015, November 9) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html