Kalenberg History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Kalenberg

What does the name Kalenberg mean?

The Kalenberg surname is a habitational name, taken on from any of several place names such as from Kallenberg in Westphalia, Saxony, Bavaria, and Württemberg, or from Kalenborn in the Rhineland. These place names are derived from the word "kalle," meaning "muddy water," and "berg," meaning a "mountain" or "hill."

Early Origins of the Kalenberg family

The surname Kalenberg was first found in the Rhineland, where this family was a prominent contributor to the development of the district from ancient times. Always influential in social affairs, the name Kalenberg became an integral part of that turbulent region as it forged alliances with other families within the region and the nation.

Early History of the Kalenberg family

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Kalenberg Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kalenberg, Kalenbberg, Kallenberg, Kalenburg, Kalenburgs, Kalenbergs, Kalennberg, Kalennburg, Kallenburges, Karlenberg, Calenberg, Carlingberg, Calingburg, Galenberg and many more.

Early Notables of the Kalenberg family

the Kalenberg family of the Rhineland

Kalenberg migration to the United States +

Kalenberg Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Pauline Kalenberg, who arrived in New York, NY in 1866
Johann F. Kalenberg, who arrived in Ohio sometime between 1872 and 1892