| ![Show Contents]() Maurmann History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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Germany
Etymology of MaurmannWhat does the name Maurmann mean? The Maurmann surname comes from the German word "mauer," meaning "wall;" as such, the name is thought to have originally been occupational, for a builder of stone walls. Early Origins of the Maurmann familyThe surname Maurmann was first found in Austria, where the name Maurmann became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Maurmann familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Maurmann research. Another 127 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1677, 1701, 1777 and 1787 are included under the topic Early Maurmann History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Maurmann Spelling VariationsOne can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Maurmann include Maurer, Maurere, Maurers, Maureres, Maurerr, Maurrer, Maurerrs, Maurrers, Maurerre, Maurreres, Maureer, Morer, Moorer and many more. Early Notables of the Maurmann familyMore information is included under the topic Early Maurmann Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
| Maurmann migration to the United States | + |
After the First World War, Austria became a republic. The Treaty of Versailles broke up the empire in 1919 and many of the Sudeten Germans were incorporated into the new nation of Czechoslovakia. In the 20th century, many Austrians migrated to other parts of Germany or Europe, as well as to North America. In the United States, the majority of settlers landed in Philadelphia, and moved on to Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Many German settlers also migrated to Canada, particularly Ontario and the Prairies. Amongst the settlers in North America with this distinguished name Maurmann were
Maurmann Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- August Maurmann, who settled in Philadelphia in 1852
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