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Early Origins of the Scheur family

The surname Scheur was first found in East Prussia, where the name 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.

Early History of the Scheur family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Scheur research. Another 119 words (8 lines of text) covering the year 1712 is included under the topic Early Scheur History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Scheur Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schevermann, Scheurmann, Scheur, van der Scheur, von Scheur and many more.

Early Notables of the Scheur family

Notables bearing the name Scheur of this period include

  • the Scheurmann family of East Prussia


United States Scheur migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Scheur Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Peter Scheur, who arrived in America sometime between 1709 and 1710
  • Elisabeth Scheur, who settled in America in 1733
Scheur Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Nicolas Scheur, who settled in America in 1828
  • Morris Scheur, who settled in Philadelphia in 1877


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