About Schiess
The surname Schiess is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schiessen," meaning "to shoot" or "to fire." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone skilled in archery or marksmanship. The name may have been given to individuals who were hunters, soldiers, or involved in any profession that required shooting or using firearms. Over time, the surname Schiess has been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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The surname Schiess is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schiess based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Schiess in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schiess using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.