About Scheckel
The surname Scheckel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schekel," meaning "small coin" or "shilling." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who worked as a money changer or a tax collector. Over time, the surname Scheckel became a hereditary surname passed down through generations, and individuals with this surname can be found primarily in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
The surname Scheckel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Scheckel 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 Scheckel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Scheckel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Scheckel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.