Spahn

Spahn is a surname of German origin that can refer to people bearing the name as well as to places and other uses associated with it. In biographical and historical contexts, Spahn is most commonly encountered as a family name.

One notable bearer of the name is Warren Spahn (1921–2003), an American Major League Baseball pitcher who played primarily for the Milwaukee Braves. He is regarded as one of the greatest left-handed pitchers in baseball history, notable for his longevity and success over a long career. Spahn won the Cy Young Award in 1957 and was later inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

The name is also connected to Spahn Ranch, a ranch in the San Fernando Valley of California named after its owner, George Spahn. The property became infamous for its association with Charles Manson and his followers during the late 1960s, making it a recognizable reference in American criminal history.

Beyond these figures and the ranch, Spahn exists as a surname found in German-speaking areas and in communities with German heritage. It is carried by various individuals across different fields, reflecting the name’s historical roots and its spread through different generations and regions.