About Schaffer
The surname Schaffer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schaffære," meaning "steward" or "manager." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who held a position of authority, such as a steward or supervisor, particularly in a noble household or estate. Over time, the surname Schaffer has become a common surname in German-speaking regions and has spread to other parts of the world through migration and immigration.
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The surname Schaffer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schaffer based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Schaffer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schaffer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schaffer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.