Kempfer History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Kempfer 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 Kempfer familyThe surname Kempfer 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 Kempfer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kempfer research. Another 89 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1651 and 1716 are included under the topic Early Kempfer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kempfer 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 Kempfer familyAnother 28 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Kempfer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Kempfer Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Kempfer Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Kempfer Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Kempfer Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
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