About Schefter
The surname Schefter is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schefter," meaning "administrator" or "steward." It is an occupational surname that was typically given to individuals who held positions of authority or were responsible for managing the affairs of others. The name Schefter may have been initially bestowed upon someone who worked as an estate manager, a bailiff, or a similar administrative role. Over time, the surname has evolved and is now found in various spellings and forms across different regions.
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The surname Schefter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schefter 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 Schefter is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schefter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schefter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.