The name Korpe derives from the Low German word "korb," which meant "basket." As a surname, Korpe was originally occupational, used for a maker or vendor of baskets.
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Early Origins of the Korpe family
The surname Korpe was first found in Bavaria, where the name Korb was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.
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Early History of the Korpe family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Korpe research. Another 103 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1746, 1792 and 1814 are included under the topic Early Korpe History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Korpe Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Korb, Korrb, Korbb, Korbe, Korrbe, Korbbe, Korbes, Korbee and many more.
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Early Notables of the Korpe family
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Migration of the Korpe family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Nicholas Korper, who came to Pennsylvania in 1732; Robert Corpe, who arrived in Bermuda in 1747; Bernhard Koerber, who settled in North America in 1782.
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