About Schachte
The surname Schachte is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schacht," meaning "shaft" or "pit." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked in or near a mine or a person who lived by a shaft or pit. The name may have also been used to denote someone who lived in a house or settlement located near a mine or a pit.
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The surname Schachte is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schachte 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 Schachte in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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