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Obrecht is a patronymic surname. Obrecht was a Germanic given name derived from Od-brecht, meaning "famed for his heritage". Notable people with the surname include:

Jacob Obrecht Flemish composer

Jacob Obrecht was a Flemish-Dutch, Low Countries composer. He was the most famous composer of masses in Europe in the late 15th century, being eclipsed by only Josquin des Prez after his death.

Hermann Obrecht member of the Swiss Federal Council

Hermann Obrecht was a Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council (1935–1940).

André Obrecht was the official executioner of France from 1951 until 1976.

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