Buxbaum History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Buxbaum

What does the name Buxbaum mean?

The German state of Prussia, which reached the zenith of its power in the late 19th century, is the glorious birthplace of the distinguished surname Buxbaum. In the medieval era, after the fall of the Roman Empire, the German lands were inhabited by a variety of Barbarian tribes. The borders of the Barbarian kingdoms changed frequently, but the region that became known as Prussia was roughly divided between the areas of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia, and East Prussia. The colorful history of Brandenburg-Prussia provides a glimpse at the oldest origins of the Buxbaum family.

Early Origins of the Buxbaum family

The surname Buxbaum was first found in Brandenburg, where the name contributed greatly to the development of an emerging nation which would later play a large role in the tribal and national conflicts of the area. In later years the name branched into many houses, each playing a significant role in the local social and political affairs.

Early History of the Buxbaum family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Buxbaum research. Another 94 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1509, 1564, 1591, 1661, 1774, 1813, 1817, 1824, 1837, 1853, 1858, 1892 and 1899 are included under the topic Early Buxbaum History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Buxbaum Spelling Variations

One can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Buxbaum include Buch, Buche, Bucher, Buechner, Bueche, Buck, Beuck and many more.

Early Notables of the Buxbaum family

Notable figures of the time with the name Buxbaum were August Buchner (1591-1661), who wrote German and Latin poetry; Georg Buechner (1813-1837) was a political revolutionary and dramatist, who died in exile in Switzerland; his brother, Ludwig Buechner (1824-1899), was a controversial scientist and author. Lothar Bucher (1817-1892) was...
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Buxbaum migration to the United States +

Much of German history has been shaped by the state of Prussia. It was an enduring military power until after the Second World War. At that time, the state was abolished altogether and its land divided between the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany and West Germany. While some Prussians were content to remain in those countries, others moved away, many of them migrating to North America. They entered the United States mostly through Philadelphia, moving on to Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Others went to Canada, settling on the prairies and in the province of Ontario. Among those of this surname listed in various historical records were:

Buxbaum Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

David Buxbaum, aged 25, who immigrated to the United States, in 1903
Herbert H. Buxbaum, aged 41, who landed in America, in 1911
Louis Buxbaum, aged 34, who settled in America, in 1911
Fred Buxbaum, aged 20, who immigrated to the United States from Berlin, Germany, in 1922
Heinrich Buxbaum, aged 21, who landed in America from Frankfurt, Germany, in 1923
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Contemporary Notables of the name Buxbaum (post 1700) +

Joshua Buxbaum (b. 1975), birth name of American actor Josh Blake, best known for his role Jake Ochmonek, in the sitcom ALF
Joseph D. Buxbaum, American neuroscientist, Director of the Seaver Autism Center at Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Johann Christian Buxbaum (1693-1730), German physician and botanist, member of the St Petersburg Academy of Arts and Sciences and a Professor at the Academic Gymnasium in 1724
Franz Buxbaum (1900-1979), Austrian botanist
Friedrich Buxbaum (1869-1948), Austrian cellist

The Buxbaum Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Virtute et fidelitate
Motto Translation: By valour and fidelity.