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Early Origins of the Keglor family

The surname Keglor was first found in Pomerania, where the family gained a significant reputation for its contributions to the emerging mediaeval society. The name became prominent as many branches of the family founded separate houses and acquired estates in various regions, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society. Individual bearers of the name first mentioned in ancient chronicles include Alvericus Keghel of Hamburg (c.1293,) and Eler der Kegheler of Bremen (c.1405).

Early History of the Keglor family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Keglor research. Another 178 words (13 lines of text) covering the years 1738, 1757 and 1805 are included under the topic Early Keglor History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Keglor Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kegel, Kegler, Koegel, Kogel, Koegler, Kegele, Kegeler, Koegele, Kogele, Koegeler, Keghel, Kegheler and many more.

Early Notables of the Keglor family

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Migration of the Keglor family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Thomas Kegel, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1750. Martin Kogel landed in Philadelphia in 1751; while Joseph Koegel landed there in 1836.



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