| ![Show Contents]() Tuocher History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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Etymology of TuocherWhat does the name Tuocher mean? The German state of Bavaria is the ancestral home of the Tuocher family. Tuocher is a local name. Tuocher is a name for someone who lived in Nuremberg. Early Origins of the Tuocher familyThe surname Tuocher was first found in Nuremberg, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Founded in 1050, Nuremberg was one of the main cities of Franconia, before its annexation by Bavaria in 1806. It became a major center of exchange for goods coming south from the Baltic ports, and products moving north from the Mediterranean. Frederick II named Nuremberg a Free Imperial City in the 13th century, and during this period of economic prosperity it became a center of the Arts. It was the birthplace of the poet Hans Sachs and the painter Albrecht Duerer. Early History of the Tuocher familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Tuocher research. Another 194 words (14 lines of text) covering the years 1310, 1332, 1349, 1363, 1794 and 1815 are included under the topic Early Tuocher History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Tuocher Spelling VariationsMany cultural groups lived in the German states in medieval times. Each had its own dialect and traditions, and unique variations of popular names. Low German, which is similar to contemporary Dutch, was spoken in Westphalia. German names are characterized by additions such as regional suffixes and phrases that tell something about the origin or background of its original bearer. Further contributing to the variation in German names was the fact that there were no spelling rules in medieval times: scribes recorded names according to their sound. The recorded spelling variations of Tuocher include Tucher, Tuchert, Tucherer, Tuecher, Tuecherer, Tuchner, Tuche, Tueche, Tuocher and many more. Early Notables of the Tuocher familyMore information is included under the topic Early Tuocher Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Tuocher familyEuropean migration to North America began in the mid-17th century and continued unabated until the mid-20th. Many Bavarians made the long trip to escape poverty or persecution based on their religious beliefs. The chance for tenant farmers to own their own land was also a major drawing card. They settled all across the United States in Pennsylvania, Texas, New York, Illinois, and California. Many came to Canada also, settling in Ontario and the prairie provinces. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Tuochers to arrive in North America, and among them were: Gottlieb Tuche, who came to Philadelphia in 1754. Jacob Tuchner arrived in Philadelphia in 1843.
The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.
Motto: Sincere et constanter
Motto Translation: Sincerely and steadfastly.
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