The surname Schnorf was first found in Prussia, where the name emerged in medieval times as one of the notable families of the region. 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 Schnorf family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Schnorf research. Another 107 words (8 lines of text) covering the year 1697 is included under the topic Early Schnorf History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Schnorf Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Schnorf, Schnurf, Schnorff and others.
Early Notables of the Schnorf family
the Schnorf or Schnurer family of Prussia
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Migration of the Schnorf family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Appolonia Elizabeth Schnare, who arrived in Nova Scotia sometime between 1598 and 1867; Ludwig Schnare, who settled in Nova Scotia sometime between 1598 and 1867.
Contemporary Notables of the name Schnorf (post 1700)
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Richard Colfax Schnorf (1925-2006), American Lieutenant Colonel, United States Army
