There are
2753
Wehrs in the USA
Wehr is the
11440th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Wehr

Friedrichvon

German architect known for his Neo-Gothic designs and contributions to various church buildings in the 19th century.

KarlWehr

German painter recognized for his landscape and portrait artworks during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Annavon

Prominent Austrian socialite and patron of the arts who supported various cultural initiatives in the early 20th century.

HeinrichWehr

Renowned Swiss historian and author, specialized in medieval European history, particularly the events surrounding the Hundred Years' War.

ClaraWehr

American suffragist and women's rights activist who played a significant role in the early 20th-century women's suffrage movement.

Wehr Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Wehr is of German origin.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Wehr is common in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname Wehr include Wer, Weher, Ware, Wehrer, Währ, and Wehrlin.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration associated with the surname Wehr occurred during various times and in different places. Some notable instances include migration from Germany to the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries in search of better economic opportunities. Additionally, post-World War II, there were instances of migration and immigration within Europe, particularly related to the rebuilding efforts and the establishment of new political borders.