Show ContentsRable History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The name is derived from an Old-German personal name, which meant "raven."

Early Origins of the Rable family

The surname Rable was first found in Austria, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiance 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. Chronicles first mention Kunz Rabl of Prague in 1385.

Early History of the Rable family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Rable research. Another 245 words (18 lines of text) covering the years 1230, 1350, 1545, 1703, 1745, 1831, 1852 and 1910 are included under the topic Early Rable History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Rable Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Raabe, Rabe, Rab, Raaber, Raber, Rave (northern Germany), Rabe, Rabl (Bavaria), Rable, Rabb, Raab and many more.

Early Notables of the Rable family

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United States Rable migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Rable Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Christian Rable went to Pennsylvania in 1772


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