Rasnake Surname History

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Germany

Etymology of Rasnake

What does the name Rasnake mean?

The roots of the distinguished German surname Rasnake are somewhat unclear. There are many possible origins for the name; it may be derived from the Middle Low German "rühr," meaning "reed," and the German "schnecke," meaning "snail." Alternatively, the first element of the name may be derived from the Middle High German "ruor," meaning "a pack of hounds."

Early Origins of the Rasnake family

The surname Rasnake was first found in Watzendorf, where the ancestral home of the Rasnake family is thought to be located. The history of the surname Rasnake probably dates back to the end of the 12th century, when hereditary surnames first began to appear in Germany. The young Rasnake family was instrumental during this formative period, figuring prominently in the early history of the region and contributing greatly to the development of medieval Bavarian society.

Early History of the Rasnake family

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Rasnake Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ruehrschneck, Rührschneck, Rasnick, Rasnic, Rasnake and many more.

Early Notables of the Rasnake family

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Migration of the Rasnake family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johann Jacob Ruehrschneck, a Bavarian musketeer who settled in Virginia after fighting in the American Revolution; and John Ruehrschneck, who applied for naturalization in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania in 1890..

Contemporary Notables of the name Rasnake (post 1700) +

Jason Rasnake, American assistant coach in the 2016–17 USC Upstate Spartans women's basketball team
Eddie Rasnake, American politician, Mayor of South Park View, Kentucky
Phil "Snake" Rasnake, American officer in the U.S. Navy
Samantha Rasnake, American writer and actress, known for The Yogurt Affront (2014), The Yogurt Incident (2014) and The Effect (2015)
Kendal Rasnake, American actor and editor, known for his work on Betting the Game (2000), Anniversary Retreat (2000) and Der Apfel (2000)
Matt Rasnake, American actor, known for The Light We Save (2019)