Suttor History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Suttor

What does the name Suttor mean?

The German name Suttor comes from the historic region of Austria. The name itself is derived from the Middle High German word "suter," and is an occupational name for a shoemaker or cobbler.

Early Origins of the Suttor family

The surname Suttor was first found in Austria, where bearers of this surname have been prominent contributors to the development of the district from ancient times. Always prominent in social affairs, the family name became an integral part of that turbulent region as it emerged to form alliances with other families within the Feudal System and the nation.

Early History of the Suttor family

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Suttor Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Sutter, Suter, Sauter, Sautter, Seuter, Seutter, Seiter, Sutterer and many more.

Early Notables of the Suttor family

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Suttor migration to Australia +

Suttor Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

George Suttor (1774–1859), English pioneer settler to Australia who sailed aboard the HMS Porpoise in 1800 with a collection of trees and plants including grapevines, apples, pears, and hops for planting, progenitor of the Suttor family in Australia

Contemporary Notables of the name Suttor (post 1700) +

John Bligh Suttor (1809-1886), Australian politician who represented East Macquarie in the Legislative Assembly, son of George Suttor
William Henry Suttor Jr. (1834-1905), Australian politician, Member of the Legislative Assembly in January 1875, becoming Vice-President of the Executive Council in 1889
Francis Bathurst Suttor (1839-1915), Australian pastoralist and politician, Member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, grandson of George Suttor
William Henry Suttor (1805-1877), Australian pastoralist and politician, Member of the New South Wales Legislative Council 1843-1854, and of the Legislative Assembly 1856-1872, son of George Suttor