Show ContentsYocham History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The Yocham surname comes from the personal name Joachim, which is derived ultimately from the Hebrew given name "Yoyakim." According to legend, this was the name of the father of the Virgin Mary.

Early Origins of the Yocham family

The surname Yocham was first found in Brandenburg.

Early History of the Yocham family

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Yocham Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Joachim, Jocham, Yoachim, Yocham, Yochum, Yoakam and others.

Early Notables of the Yocham family

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United States Yocham migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Yocham Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • William Yocham, aged 37, who settled in America from Munich, Germany, in 1915


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