Kruspe

Kruspe is a surname of German origin. It is borne by individuals across a range of professions and has spread beyond Germany through migration. The name is relatively uncommon, with bearers found in German-speaking countries as well as in other regions with German diaspora communities.

In addition to a surname, Kruspe has appeared as a proper name for organizations or brands historically associated with families bearing the name. Such usage is common when family names become identifiers in local trades, industries, or enterprises.

Etymology and early history of the name are not settled in a single authoritative source. As with many German surnames, Kruspe may derive from a place name, a geographic feature, or an occupational association, but precise derivations vary by family line and regional records. Variants of the name appear in historical documents, reflecting shifts in spelling and local dialects.

In contemporary contexts, the name Kruspe is primarily encountered as a surname and, less commonly, as a corporate or brand name. When encountered in text, context usually clarifies whether it refers to a person, a company, or a brand.