About Schadewald
The surname Schadewald is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "Schade," meaning damage or harm, and "Wald," meaning forest. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Schadewald can be interpreted as "forest of harm" or "damaged forest." It is likely that the name originally referred to a person who lived near or owned a forest that had been damaged or affected by some form of harm or destruction.
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The surname Schadewald is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schadewald based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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