About Schau
The surname Schau is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schouwen," meaning "to look" or "to see." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a keen or observant nature. The name may have been given to individuals who worked as watchmen or had a profession that required good vision or attention to detail. Over time, the surname Schau has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
The surname Schau is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schau 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 Schau is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schau in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schau using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.