The Oeffner surname is derived from the Middle High German word "oven," meaning an oven; and as such the name was probably originally an occupational name for a baker, or someone who made or used ovens.
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Early Origins of the Oeffner family
The surname Oeffner was first found in Brunswick, where the name Offner 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 Oeffner family
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Oeffner Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Offner, Oeffner, Offen, Ofner, Ofener, Offener, Hoffner, Hoeffner, Hoffen, Hofner, Ovener, Hoverner and many more.
Early Notables of the Oeffner family
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Migration of the Oeffner family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Evert InDen Hoffen, who arrived in Germantown, PA in 1699; Catharina Hoeffner, who came to America in 1733; John Yerick Havener, who came to Georgia in 1737.
