About Schapp
The surname Schapp is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schap," meaning "sheep." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a shepherd or had associations with sheep farming. The name may have also been given to someone who displayed sheep-like characteristics such as being gentle or docile. Over time, the surname Schapp has evolved and spread to various regions, including Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
The surname Schapp is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schapp 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 Schapp is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schapp in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schapp using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.