About Schelm
The surname Schelm is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schelme," meaning "rogue" or "rascal." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who exhibited mischievous or cunning behavior. The name may have been given to individuals who were known for their playful or tricky nature, or it could have been used ironically to describe someone who was actually quite serious or honest. Overall, the surname Schelm suggests a connection to a person with a lively and spirited personality.
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The surname Schelm is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schelm 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 Schelm is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schelm in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schelm using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.