Winkeler History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Winkeler familyThe surname Winkeler was first found in Saxony, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society that became prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches throughout Germany, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Chronicles first mention Gerbod zu dem Winkel of Mainz in 1343, and Nicolaus Winkeler of Liegnitz in Silesia in 1397. Early History of the Winkeler familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Winkeler research. Another 254 words (18 lines of text) covering the years 1582, 1628, 1631, 1650, 1654, 1675, 1704, 1710, 1735, 1766 and 1823 are included under the topic Early Winkeler History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Winkeler Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Winckler, Winkler, Winkel, Winckeler, Winkeler, Winck, Wincker, Winker, Winkele and many more. Early Notables of the Winkeler familyAnother 32 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Winkeler Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Winkeler familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Eve Elizabeth Winckler, who came to Charles Town, South Carolina in 1732; Conrad Winckler came to Philadelphia in 1753; as did Hans Jacob Winckler in 1753.
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