| ![Show Contents]() Ladwig History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 Germany A multitude of prestigious family names, such as the surname Ladwig, were formed in the lands which became the modern German state of Prussia, known for its beauty, industry and military power. However, in the medieval era, Prussia was fragmented and inhabited by numerous barbarian tribes, who fought amongst themselves for control of the land. The borders of the barbarian kingdoms, which were established after the fall of the Roman Empire, changed repeatedly. The region that came to be known as Prussia was roughly divided between the territories of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia and East Prussia. The Ladwig family emerged in Brandenburg-Prussia, which is essentially the birthplace of modern Germany. By the 19th century, Brandenburg-Prussia had incorporated East Prussia, West Prussia and many other German territories. Moreover, in the late 19th century, it led the German states in the German Unification. Early Origins of the Ladwig familyThe surname Ladwig was first found in Brandenburg, 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. "Ludwig" was very popular as a first name through the fame of many kings and princes bearing this name. Indeed, as a first name it can be traced as far back as the West-Franconian "Chlodovech," who was the founder of Frankenreich in 486. Often it was taken as a last name by those who served one of the many King Ludwigs. Early History of the Ladwig familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Ladwig research. Another 153 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1200, 1227, 1556, 1579, 1650, 1700, 1725, 1813, 1816 and 1895 are included under the topic Early Ladwig History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Ladwig Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Ludwig, Ludwick, Luedwick, Ludwich, Lutwich, Lutwig, Lutwick, Ludewig and many more. Early Notables of the Ladwig familyProminent bearers of the family name Ladwig at this time were Count Ludwig von Thuringia, of the Ludowinger dynasty (1200-1227), known as Ludwig the Holy, who was the son of the Landgrave Hermann and the husband of St. Elisabeth. He died on the way to the crusades...
Another 46 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Ladwig Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Ladwig RankingIn the United States, the name Ladwig is the 13,481st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
 Ladwig migration to the United States | + |
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Ladwig Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Gustav Ladwig, aged 29, originally from Laak, Pomerania, who arrived in New York in 1892 aboard the ship "Polaria" from Stetten, Germany 2
Ladwig Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Errick W. Ladwig, aged 21, who arrived in New York in 1921 aboard the ship "Costigan" from Bona Algeria 2
| Contemporary Notables of the name Ladwig (post 1700) | + |
- Les Ladwig, American Republican politician, Delegate to Republican National Convention from Missouri, 1956 3
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Ladwig migration to the United States 
