Gaist History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Gaist

What does the name Gaist mean?

This name is thought to be somehow derived from the Old German word "Geiß," which means "goat."

Early Origins of the Gaist family

The surname Gaist was first found in Switzerland, 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 many branches of the same house acquired distant estates and branches, some in foreign countries, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society.

Early History of the Gaist family

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Gaist Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Geist, Geistt, Geisst, Geiste, Geistte, Geisste, Geistes, Geists, Geistts, Giest, Giestt, Giests, Geest, Geisser, Gaisser, Geiss, Gaiss, Geissler and many more.

Early Notables of the Gaist family

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Migration of the Gaist family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Ann Geist, who was one of the earliest settlers, went to Maryland in 1677. Barbara Geist went to America in 1721 and Michael Geest went to Philadelphia in 1741. In 1751.