Caplans History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Caplans familyThe surname Caplans was first found in Switzerland, where the family gained a significant reputation for its contributions to the emerging mediaeval society. The name became prominent as many branches of the family founded separate houses and acquired estates in various regions, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society. Early History of the Caplans familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Caplans research. Another 52 words (4 lines of text) covering the year 1902 is included under the topic Early Caplans History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Caplans Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Kappelan, Cappelan, Kaplan, Kappeln, Cappeln, Kappelen, Kapellen and many more. Early Notables of the Caplans familyMore information is included under the topic Early Caplans Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Caplans familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Friedman Kaplan, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1860; Andrew Kaplan, who arrived in Arkansas in 1882; Max Kaplan who arrived in Mississippi in 1899; and Sam Kaplan, aged 24 who arrived in New York in 1893..
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