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Early Origins of the Scheunemann family

The surname Scheunemann was first found in East Prussia, 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 numerous branches of the same house acquired distant estates, some of which were located in other countries. Through the acquisition of these estates as well as their important contributions to society, the family successfully elevated their social status.

Early History of the Scheunemann family

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Scheunemann Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schevermann, Scheurmann, Scheur, van der Scheur, von Scheur and many more.

Early Notables of the Scheunemann family

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United States Scheunemann migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Scheunemann Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • John Scheunemann, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1845
  • Auguste Scheunemann, who arrived in New York, NY in 1870
  • Franz Scheunemann, who settled in New York, NY in 1871
  • Louis Scheunemann, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1871
  • Christian Diet W. Albrech Scheunemann, who settled in North America in 1890

Contemporary Notables of the name Scheunemann (post 1700) +

  • Pamela Jean Scheunemann (b. 1955), American children's writer
  • Walter Scheunemann (1909-1949), German Oberst in the Wehrmacht during World War II, recipient of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves
  • Gerald Scheunemann (b. 1960), retired professional German footballer
  • Diana Scheunemann (b. 1975), German fashion and arts photographer


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