About Schiff
The surname Schiff is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schiff," meaning "ship." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals who worked on or owned ships, or who lived near a shipyard or harbor. The name Schiff may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had a resemblance to a ship or possessed qualities associated with ships, such as being steadfast or reliable. Overall, the surname Schiff is closely linked to maritime activities and has a strong association with the sea.
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The surname Schiff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schiff 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 Schiff is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schiff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schiff using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.