The distinguished surname Proebsting is German in origin. It is derived from the Low German "pravest" meaning "provost," and is used to designate someone in charge.
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Early Origins of the Proebsting family
The surname Proebsting was first found in Austria, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families of the region. Chronicles of Kromau in 1379 mention one "Hansen, known as Probstel, head-prior of the cloisters." From the 13th century the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.
Early History of the Proebsting family
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Proebsting Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Probst, Proebstl (Bavaria), Prahst, Proebsting (Westfalia), Proebster, Probste, Probsst, Probsste and many more.
Early Notables of the Proebsting family
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Migration of the Proebsting family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Frederick Probst, who arrived in Philadelphia, Pa. in 1761; J. Probst, age 19; settled in New York State in 1849; Michael Probst came to Philadelphia in 1732.
