Kampfer History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Kampfer name is derived from the Middle High German word "kampf," meaning "fight;" thus it may have originally been an occupational name for a successful fighter; or perhaps a nickname for someone known to lose his temper. Early Origins of the Kampfer familyThe surname Kampfer 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 family 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 Kampfer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kampfer research. Another 89 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1651 and 1716 are included under the topic Early Kampfer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kampfer Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Kempfer, Kempner, Klemptner, Klempfer, Klimpfer, Klimptner, Klentner, Klintner, Klenptfer, Klenptner, Kimpner and many more. Early Notables of the Kampfer familyAnother 28 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Kampfer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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