Spohn History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Spohn surname is generally thought to have derived from the Middle English word "spoon," which was a "chip," or "splinter" of wood; and as such, was an occupational name for someone who made wooden roof shingles. It was on after the 14th century, under Scandinavian influence, that the word spoon, began to acquire its modern usage as an eating utensil, but it is certainly possible that the surname may also have been taken on occupationally by someone who made spoons. Early Origins of the Spohn familyThe surname Spohn was first found in Warwickshire where they held a family seat from very ancient times, as Lords of the manor, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D. Other early records include Roger Lesponere, in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire in 1179, and a Thomas, Robert le Sponere in the Assize Rolls of Lincolnshire in 1221. Early History of the Spohn familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Spohn research. Another 91 words (6 lines of text) covering the year 1589 is included under the topic Early Spohn History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Spohn Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Spooner, Spouner, Sponer and others. Early Notables of the Spohn familyMore information is included under the topic Early Spohn Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Spohn RankingIn the United States, the name Spohn is the 11,947th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1 Migration of the Spohn family to IrelandSome of the Spohn family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Spohn Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Spohn Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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