Kasparoff History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Russia

Etymology of Kasparoff

What does the name Kasparoff mean?

The Kasparoff surname is a patronymic formed from the first name Kaspar. This given name was quite popular in central Europe in the 18th century. It is derived from a Persian word which meant "treasurer," and was popularly thought to be the name of one of the three wise men (Magi); the other two being Balthasar and Melchior. Their supposed remains were brought to Cologne from Constantinople in the 12th century.

Early Origins of the Kasparoff family

The surname Kasparoff was first found in Russia, where the name originated in early times.

Early History of the Kasparoff family

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Kasparoff Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kaspar, Kasparov, Kasperov, Kasperovich and others.

Early Notables of the Kasparoff family

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Migration of the Kasparoff family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Jakob Kaspar, who came to America in 1880; Mary Kokachova, who came to America in 1874; Sofia Kasparova, who came to New York, NY in 1891; and Joseph Kaspareck, who arrived in Texas in 1868..