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Early Origins of the Schonburg family

The surname Schonburg was first found in Bavaria, where the name Schaumberg was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Schonburg family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Schonburg research. Another 114 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1459 and 1831 are included under the topic Early Schonburg History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Schonburg Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schaumberg, Schaumburg, Schaumbergg, Schaumberge, Schaumberges, Schaumburges, Schaumburgg, Schaaumberg, Schaummberg, Schaummburg, Schaummberge, Schaumbergges, Schomberg, Schomburg, Schormberg, Schoemberg, Schonberg and many more.

Early Notables of the Schonburg family

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United States Schonburg migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Schonburg Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • August Schonburg, who settled in New York, NY in 1850
  • Henry Schonburg, who arrived in New York, NY in 1850
  • John Schonburg, who settled in New York, NY in 1850


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