The surname Weirick is of German origin, and is derived from a nickname meaning "priest spreading incense." Etymologists believe that the name Weirick may also be derived from the personal names Wirich, Wigerich, and Wigirich, indicating descent.
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Early Origins of the Weirick family
The surname Weirick was first found in Saarburg, where Wiricus Vogelhunt was mentioned in records dating from 1229. His name was likely passed down through his descendants as the surname Weirick.
Early History of the Weirick family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Weirick research. Another 114 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1332, 1469, 1515, 1573, 1601, 1603, 1858 and 1921 are included under the topic Early Weirick History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Weirick Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Wyrick, Wyrich, Weihrich, Wierich, Wierig, Wierick, Weyrich and many more.
Early Notables of the Weirick family
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Migration of the Weirick family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Christian Weirich, who came from Saarland to Philadelphia with his wife and children in 1757.
Contemporary Notables of the name Weirick (post 1700)
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Elizabeth Sophia Weirick, American chemist working in the early twentieth century
