Schweppe

Schweppe is a surname of German origin. It is borne by individuals in German-speaking regions and in diaspora communities. The most widely known bearer of the name is Jacob Schweppe (1744–1821), a German-born inventor who developed a process to carbonate water and founded the company that would become Schweppes in London in 1783. The Schweppes brand derives from his surname and went on to become a major producer of carbonated beverages, expanding internationally in the 19th and 20th centuries.

In contemporary contexts, there are relatively few publicly documented figures with the surname Schweppe who have independent encyclopedia entries. The name remains uncommon, and references to Schweppe are more often encountered in biographical or genealogical sources rather than in contemporary public life.

See also

Schweppes, the beverage brand named after Jacob Schweppe, which preserves the root of the surname in its branding.