Jakobsohn History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Jakobsohn familyThe surname Jakobsohn was first found in Silesia, where the name was an integral part of a feudal society which would shape modern European history. Many prominent branches of the family would strive to make this name renowned as they contributed to the social, economic and political affairs of the region. In the Middle Ages, the name referred back to the Apostel Jacobus, whose grave in Spain was a popular goal for pilgrimage. These pilgrims from Germany became known as "Jacobsbrueder" (Jacobs-brothers). Early History of the Jakobsohn familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Jakobsohn research. Another 175 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1600, 1685, 1734, 1740, 1743, 1814, 1817 and 1819 are included under the topic Early Jakobsohn History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Jakobsohn Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Jacobsen, Jacobson, Jacobs, Jacobse, Jacob, Jacober, Jacobi, Jacobie, Jacoby, Jacobsohn, Jacobssohn, Jakobs, Jakober, Jakobsohn, Jacobsson, Jakobsson, Jakobssohn, Jakobsen, Jakobi, Jakobson, Jakobie and many more. Early Notables of the Jakobsohn familyNotables of the period with the surname Jakobsohn were Gunther Jacob (1685-1734), who was a Bohemian composer. A Benedictine monk in Prague, he was known for his 30 masses, four oratorios, and 100 other sacred works. Friedrich Heinrich...
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Jakobsohn Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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