The surname Schoepe was first found in Belgium, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in Liege, a province in Belgium, center of Walloon country. Within this province the notable towns are Liege, the capital city, seat of the great cathedral of St. Lambert destroyed in 1794. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.
Early History of the Schoepe family
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Schoepe Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Schupp, Schuppen, Schoepen, Scoeppingk and others.
Early Notables of the Schoepe family
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Schoepe migration to the United States
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Schoepe Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Philip Schoepe, who arrived in New York, NY in 1851