| ![Show Contents]() Linker History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 Germany Austria is the homeland of the Linker family. Originally, the Austrian people were known only by a single name. The process by which hereditary surnames were adopted in Austria is extremely interesting. The process took place during the Middle Ages when people began to assume an extra name to avoid confusion and to further identify themselves. Often they adopted names that were derived from nicknames. Early Origins of the Linker familyThe surname Linker was first found in Austria, where the name became noted for its many branches within the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied and enrolled by the princes of the region. Chronicles mention one Francze Lynke (Lynkehand) of Liegnitz in 1397, and one Herman Lynkfuss of Sorau in 1381. The literal meaning of the name was "left-handed," or even "one who is clumsy or awkward," but was taken on by numerous branches of the family. They became a power unto themselves, and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew wealthier and more influential. Early History of the Linker familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Linker research. Another 165 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1286, 1658, 1674, 1734, 1807, 1816, 1820 and 1905 are included under the topic Early Linker History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Linker Spelling VariationsIn the medieval era, many different cultural groups lived in the German states. There are thus many regional variations of German surnames from that era. Westphalians spoke Low German, which is similar to modern Dutch. Many German names carry suffixes that identify where they came from. Others have phrases attached that identify something about the original bearer. Other variations in German names resulted from the fact that medieval scribes worked without the aid of any spelling rules. The spelling variations of the name Linker include Linker, Lincker, Link, Linke, Linke, Lynker, Lyncker, Lynke, Linkhand, Lyncke and many more. Early Notables of the Linker familyMore information is included under the topic Early Linker Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Linker RankingIn the United States, the name Linker is the 6,958th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1
 Linker migration to the United States | + |
Austria was made a republic after the First World War. The Austro-Hungarian Empire was broken up by the Treaty of Versailles and many of its people found themselves in the new nation of Czechoslovakia. Many other Austrians and expatriate Austrians made their way to North America in the 20th century. Most landed in Philadelphia, later continuing on to the states of Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Some Austrian settlers also went to western Canada and Ontario. Research into the origins of individual families in North America revealed records of the immigration of a number of people bearing the name Linker or a variant listed above:
Linker Settlers in United States in the 18th Century- Johannes Linker, who settled in Philadelphia in 1754
Linker Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- William Linker, who landed in Philadelphia in 1868
- Charles Linker, aged 20, who arrived in America, in 1895
Linker Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Chaim Linker, aged 20, who arrived in America, in 1906
- Ernst Linker, aged 23, who arrived in America from Bialla, Germany, in 1907
- Dorcie Linker, aged 5, who arrived in America from Stanislau, Austria, in 1908
- Anton Linker, aged 43, who arrived in America, in 1909
- Albert Linker, aged 42, who arrived in America, in 1910
- ... (More are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)
| Contemporary Notables of the name Linker (post 1700) | + |
- Amy Linker (b. 1966), American former child actress, best known for her role on the 1982 television series Square Pegs
- Irwin Linker (b. 1939), American creator of special-interest magazines
- Damon Linker, American Senior Writing Fellow in the Center for Critical Writing at the University of Pennsylvania 2
- Zita Linker (1917-2009), Israeli politician
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Linker migration to the United States 
