About Keppen
The surname Keppen is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "keppen," meaning "to catch" or "to seize." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a catcher or trapper, possibly in hunting or fishing activities. Over time, the surname Keppen may have been adopted by individuals or families who were involved in these professions or had a connection to them.
The surname Keppen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Keppen based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Keppen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Keppen using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.