Koppenheffer History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe roots of the German surname Koppenheffer lie in the former royal duchy of Swabia, now the modern state of Baden-Wurrtemburg. The name is derived from the German words "kapaun," meaning "capon," a rooster, and "hof," meaning "farm." Thus, it was most likely first borne by someone who lived on a farm where capons were raised. Early Origins of the Koppenheffer familyThe surname Koppenheffer was first found in the Baden region, where Zinken Koppenhöfen, the first recorded bearer of the name, was living in 1387. The young Koppenheffer family was instrumental during these early years, playing an important role in the development of medieval Swabian society. Early History of the Koppenheffer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Koppenheffer research. Another 86 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1387 and 1573 are included under the topic Early Koppenheffer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Koppenheffer Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Koppenhöfer, Koppenhöffer, Koppenhofer, Koppenhoffer, Koppenhoefer, Koppenhoeffer, Koppenhoefen, Koppenhöfen, Koppenheffer, Copenhöfer, Coppenheffer, Copenhaver, Coppenhaver, Copenhoffer, Copenheffer and many more. Early Notables of the Koppenheffer familyMore information is included under the topic Early Koppenheffer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Koppenheffer Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
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