Nobs (surname)

Nobs is a surname of Swiss origin. It is primarily found in Switzerland and surrounding regions. The name is believed to derive from a shortened or pet form of a given name, possibly a variant of "Jacob" or another name beginning with "N." However, further research is needed to definitively determine its etymological roots.

Variations in spelling may exist depending on the region and historical transcription.

Individuals with the surname Nobs have been recorded in various professions and fields of endeavor throughout history. Genealogical records and local historical societies in Switzerland may provide further information about specific Nobs family lineages.