About Schaake
The surname Schaake is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schake," meaning "jester" or "buffoon." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was known for their playful or humorous nature. Over time, the surname Schaake may have been adopted by individuals who worked as entertainers or jesters in medieval times. Today, it is a relatively rare surname that can be found primarily in Germany and the Netherlands.
The surname Schaake is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schaake based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Schaake in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schaake using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.