Like many surnames, the name Kuhls is taken from a feature of the terrain around the family's dwelling place; Kuhl comes from the Middle Low German word "kule," meaning a "hollow" or "depression." There are also several places in the northern part of Germany with that name.
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Early Origins of the Kuhls family
The surname Kuhls was first found in Germany, where the name Kuhls came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as numerous branches of the same house acquired distant estates, some of which were located in other countries. Through the acquisition of these estates as well as their important contributions to society, the family successfully elevated their social status. Like many surnames, the name Kuhls is taken from a feature of the terrain around the family's dwelling place; Kuhl comes from the Middle Low German word "kule," meaning a "hollow" or "depression." There are also several places in the northern part of Germany with that name.
Early History of the Kuhls family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kuhls research. Another 67 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1651 and 1689 are included under the topic Early Kuhls History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Kuhls Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Kuhl, Kuhle, Kuhlen, Kuhlemann, Kuhlmann, Kulemann, Kule and many more.
Early Notables of the Kuhls family
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Migration of the Kuhls family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Georg Kilmer (also Kuhlmann) of Altengronau, and his Wife Anna Margaretha, who were Palatines, on record in New York State in 1710; Johannes Kuhl, who came to Pennsylvania in 1741.
