Kesel History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
England
Germany

Early Origins of the Kesel family

The surname Kesel was first found in Bavaria, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal 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. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Kesel family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kesel research. Another 108 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1582, 1610, 1642, 1650, 1682, 1698, 1725 and 1774 are included under the topic Early Kesel History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Kesel Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kessel, Kessell, Kesell, Kesel, Kessle, van Kessel and many more.

Early Notables of the Kesel family

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Kesel migration to the United States +

Kesel Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

John Kesel, who settled in Galveston, TX
Geo Kesel, who arrived in New York, NY in 1861

Contemporary Notables of the name Kesel (post 1700) +

John J. Kesel, American Democratic Party politician, Postmaster at Syracuse, New York, 1913-22; Candidate for U.S. Representative from New York 35th District, 1924 1

Sources +

The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2015, October 7) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html