About Schiffmann
The surname Schiffmann is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schiff" meaning "ship" and the occupational suffix "-mann" meaning "man." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Schiffmann can be interpreted as "shipman" or "sailor." It is likely that the name was originally given to individuals who worked on or were associated with ships or had some connection to maritime activities.
The surname Schiffmann is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schiffmann 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 Schiffmann in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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