About Schemmel
The surname Schemmel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "scham," meaning "shame" or "disgrace." It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to someone who was considered shameful or disgraceful in some way. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname Schemmel may have had ancestors who were known for their questionable behavior or reputation.
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The surname Schemmel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schemmel 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 Schemmel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schemmel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schemmel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.