About Schield
The surname Schield is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schilt" or "schilde," meaning shield. It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or carried shields, or possibly for someone who had a strong or protective nature. The name may have also been given to someone who displayed heraldic shields or had a coat of arms. Overall, the surname Schield is associated with the symbol of a shield and its various connotations of protection, defense, or bravery.
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The surname Schield is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schield 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 Schield is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schield in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schield using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.