Kale History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Kale is a nickname surname; it is derived from a nickname given to the original bearer. A broad and miscellaneous class of surnames, nickname surnames referred to a characteristic of the first person who used the name. They can describe the bearer's favored style of clothing, appearance, habits, or character. In this case, the nickname is derived from the German word "kahl," which means "bald." Early Origins of the Kale familyThe surname Kale was first found in Lusatia, where the family was anciently associated with the political and religious 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. The family founded numerous branches, many of which acquired manors and estates in surrounding regions, where they contributed to the prosperity of their society. Individual bearers of the name first mentioned in ancient chronicles of Silesia include Nickel Kaler of Glatz (c.1384,) and Frenczel Kaler of Goerlitz (c.1434). Early History of the Kale familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kale research. Another 216 words (15 lines of text) covering the years 1775, 1779, 1786, 1792, 1812, 1813, 1815 and 1837 are included under the topic Early Kale History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kale Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Kahl, Kahle, Kahler, Kahlen, Kahlert, Kahlere, Kahll, Kahller, Kal, Kall, Kale, Kaler, Kaller, Cal, Cahl, Cahle, Cahler and many more. Early Notables of the Kale familyNotables of the period with the surname Kale were Conrad Christian Kahle, who held the powerful position of Privy Councillor for War and Defence at the Kurmark Chamber in Prussia.Leonard de Call, born in 1779; a guitar player and composer of harmonious and pretty part songs, which were greatly... Kale RankingIn the United States, the name Kale is the 15,466th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Kale Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Kale Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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