Wibler History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Wibler

What does the name Wibler mean?

The surname Wibler may have originated with a nickname which was descriptive of some personal or physical characteristic of the initial bearer. In this case, the name would be derived from the Middle High German word "wibel" the name of a much feared, grain attacking worm. In time the term began to be used figuratively for a restless and stressful person. Alternatively, the name may also be of patronymic origin, derived from the first name of the father of the initial bearer. In this instance, the name would indicate the "son of Wible," a pet form of the ancient personal name Wibelt, a variant of Wigbald. The personal name Wigbald is derived from the Old High German word "wigan" meaning "battle, warrior" and "bald" meaning "bold, audacious."

Early Origins of the Wibler family

The surname Wibler was first found in Germany, where the name Wibler came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as numerous branches of the same house acquired distant estates, some of which were located in other countries. Through the acquisition of these estates as well as their important contributions to society, the family successfully elevated their social status. The earliest known record of the name is of Bertoldus dictus Wibeler, who was recorded in Herzbolzheim in 1254. In 1293, Cuonrad der Wibel resided in Oberndorf and Ruodolf dictus Wibel in Bachheim.

Early History of the Wibler family

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Wibler Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Wible, Wible, Wiebel, Wibler, Wibeler, Wibbel and many more.

Early Notables of the Wibler family

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Migration of the Wibler family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Fridrich Wibel, who landed in Philadelphia in 1751; Jacob Wible, who was naturalized in Pennsylvania in 1765; and Frederick Philippe Wibel, who was naturalized in Philadelphia in 1822. Henry J. Wibbel arrived in Baltimore in 1832.