My 5th great grandfather, George Hoopingarner, arrived in Philadelphia, PA in 1752 on the ship "Phoenix" out of Rotterdam. We have reason to believe he was from the eastern side of the Netherlands or western Germany.

I am looking for anyone who knows of a similar name, HOOPENGARNER, HOPINGARDNER, HUFENGARTNER etc. who can help me find a city or region where I can begin my European research.

Thank you,
Lynn Hoopingarner