About Koepke
The surname Koepke is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "küpke," meaning "little barrel" or "keg." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a cooper or barrel maker. The name may have been given to individuals who were involved in the production or trade of barrels, indicating their profession or specialization in the field. Over time, the surname Koepke became hereditary and passed down through generations, retaining its association with the cooper trade.
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The surname Koepke is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Koepke 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 Koepke in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Koepke using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.