Lapka History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Lapka family

The surname Lapka was first found in West Prussia and Pomerelia, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families in the western region. From the 13th century onwards 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 Lapka family

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Lapka Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lapkovitch, Lapka, Lapki, Lapko, Lapkavitch and many more.

Early Notables of the Lapka family

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Lapka migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Lapka Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Rudolph Lapka, who settled in New York, NY in 1882
Rosalia Lapka, who settled in New York, NY in 1882
Maria Lapka, who settled in New York, NY in 1882
Anna Lapka, who settled in New York, NY in 1882

Lapka Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Franz Lapka, who arrived in Galveston, TX in 1905

Contemporary Notables of the name Lapka (post 1700) +

Larry Lapka, American record collector, music critic, and publisher of the award-winning music fanzine Hear Again