The surname Weigall was first found in Silesia, 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 in northern Germany, and would become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.
Early History of the Weigall family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Weigall research. Another 144 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1533, 1588, 1625, 1699, 1766, 1786, 1812, 1838, 1844, 1846 and 1849 are included under the topic Early Weigall History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Weigall Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Weigel, Weigell, Weigle, Weigl, Weighel, Weighelt, Weigelt, Weigels, Weigele, Weigeler, Weigelsberg and many more.
Early Notables of the Weigall family
Erhard Weigel (1625-1699), German mathematician, astronomer and philosopher; Valentin Weigel (1533-1588), from Saxony, who was a highly influential religious mystic and pastor. Joseph Weigl (1766-1846) was an Austrian composer, the pupil of Salieri, and... Another 33 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Weigall Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Weigall family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Valentine Weigel, who came to America with his wife and four children in 1709. Martin Weigell arrived in Philadelphia in 1732; as did Torothea Weigell at the age of 20. Ludwig Weigle arrived in Philadelphia in 1840 and Johan Weighelt arrived in Pennsylvania in 1754..
