About Schiffner
The surname Schiffner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schiffner," meaning "shipman" or "sailor." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals who worked on ships or were associated with maritime activities. The name may have been initially used to denote a sailor or shipman, but over time, it could have also been adopted by their descendants as a hereditary surname.
The surname Schiffner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schiffner 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 Schiffner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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