Pottgieser History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Pottgieser

What does the name Pottgieser mean?

The roots of the distinguished German surname Pottgieser lie in the western province of Westphalia. The name is derived from the Westphalian occupational term "Pottgieser," meaning "potter" or "smith who crafts pots and pans," and would have been originally borne by a practitioner of this occupation.

Early Origins of the Pottgieser family

The surname Pottgieser was first found in Westphalia, where the name originated. The first known bearer of the name was Hermann Potgieter, a resident of Essen in the year 1463. The young Pottgieser family played a major role in the development of the medieval society of Westphalia, and quickly became one of the prominent families of the region.

Early History of the Pottgieser family

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Pottgieser Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Potgieter, Pottgieter, Pottgieser, Potgieser and others.

Early Notables of the Pottgieser family

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Migration of the Pottgieser family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Willem and Bonnian Nee Henting Potgiever, who arrived at the port of New York on March 19, 1873 aboard the Wisconsin; as well as Willem and Reviva Potgieter, who arrived at the port of New York on April 15, 1880 aboard the Amsterdam..