Westerburg History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Westerburg

What does the name Westerburg mean?

The surname Westerburg is a compound name created from the Middle High German words "west" meaning "west" and "burg" which means "hill."

Early Origins of the Westerburg family

The surname Westerburg was first found in Austria, where the name Westerburg was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society of Europe. 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.

Early History of the Westerburg family

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Westerburg Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Westerburg, Westerberg, Westerburger, Westerberger, Westerburgh, Westerburgher, Wester, Westeburg, Westeberg, Westberg and many more.

Early Notables of the Westerburg family

members of the Westerburg family of Austria

Migration of the Westerburg family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Anna Hohanna Westerber, age 17; who arrived in America in 1839; Hohan Theodor Westerberg, age 27; who came with his wife Anna Hoegstrom Westerberg to New York city in 1848.