The German state of Bavaria is the ancestral home of the Kunell family. Kunell is a local name. Kunell is a name for someone who lived in Bavaria.
In some case, the surname Kunell is of patronymic origin, belonging to that category of names based on the first name of a father. In this instance, the name can be traced to the popular medieval pet-name Kuhn which was a common abbreviation of the Old Germanic patronym Konrad. The name literally means 'bold and counsel'.
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Early Origins of the Kunell family
The surname Kunell was first found in Bavaria, where this family name became a prominent contributor to the development of the district from ancient times. Always prominent in social affairs, the name Kuhnle became an integral part of that turbulent region as it emerged to form alliances with other families within the region and throughout the nation.
Early History of the Kunell family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kunell research. Another 53 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1645 and 1700 are included under the topic Early Kunell History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Kunell Spelling Variations
Many cultural groups lived in the German states in medieval times. Each had its own dialect and traditions, and unique variations of popular names. Low German, which is similar to contemporary Dutch, was spoken in Westphalia. German names are characterized by additions such as regional suffixes and phrases that tell something about the origin or background of its original bearer. Further contributing to the variation in German names was the fact that there were no spelling rules in medieval times: scribes recorded names according to their sound. The recorded spelling variations of Kunell include Kuhnle, Kuehnle, Kuhnel, Coonel, Kunel, Kunell, Cunell and many more.
Early Notables of the Kunell family
Another 38 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Kunell Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Kunell family
European migration to North America began in the mid-17th century and continued unabated until the mid-20th. Many Bavarians made the long trip to escape poverty or persecution based on their religious beliefs. The chance for tenant farmers to own their own land was also a major drawing card. They settled all across the United States in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Many came to Canada also, settling in Ontario and the prairie provinces. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Kunells to arrive in North America, and among them were: Georg Kuhnle arrived in Philadelphia in 1763; Charles Kuhnle, age 61; settled in Philadelphia with his wife and son in 1804; Joseph Kuhnle arrived in Philadelphia in 1860.
