Neckermann History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Neckermann

What does the name Neckermann mean?

The Neckermann surname is derived from the name of the Neckar river, in Wuertemberg. No doubt the first person to bear this name was someone who lived along this river.

Early Origins of the Neckermann family

The surname Neckermann was first found in Bavaria, where the name Neckermann 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.

Early History of the Neckermann family

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Neckermann Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Nichter, Nechler, Nocher, Necker, Neckler, Neckere, Neckelere, Neichtern, Niechter, Neuchenter and many more.

Early Notables of the Neckermann family

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Migration of the Neckermann family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johan Henrich Nichter, who came to Philadelphia in 1738; Michael Neckerman, who settled in Allegheny Co., PA in 1844; Andreas Nichter, who settled in New York, NY in 1850.

Contemporary Notables of the name Neckermann (post 1700) +

Karl Neckermann (1911-1984), German national champion runner athlete in the 200 meters in 1935
Josef Carl Peter Neckermann (1912-1992), German eight-time gold medalist equestrian and Olympic champion, founder and owner of the German mail order company Neckermann AG in 1938