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Etymology of Kryner

What does the name Kryner mean?

The distinguished and ancient German surname Kryner is of two possible origins. Firstly, the name is derived from the Middle High German word "krinne," meaning "curled, frizzy"; in this instance, the name would have been initially bestowed as a nickname on someone with curly hair. Alternatively, the name may be derived from the German word "krinne," meaning "grove" or "watercourse." In this case, the progenitor of the name would have been someone who lived by a watercourse.

Early Origins of the Kryner family

The surname Kryner was first found in Bohemia, where it is believed to have first emerged during the Middle Ages. The young Kryner family was instrumental during this formative period, figuring prominently in the early history of the region and contributing greatly to the development of medieval Bohemian society.

Early History of the Kryner family

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Kryner Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Krinner, Krinne, Kriner, Kryner, Krynner, Krinn and others.

Early Notables of the Kryner family

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Kryner migration to the United States +



Kryner Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Andrew Kryner, who landed in Pennsylvania in 1765 1
  • Valentine Kryner, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1765 1


  1. Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)


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