About Schihl
The surname Schihl is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schil," meaning "shield." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or used shields. The name may have been given to individuals who were skilled in the craft of shield-making or who were involved in the military as shield-bearers or protectors. Over time, the surname Schihl would have been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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The surname Schihl is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schihl 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 Schihl is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schihl in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schihl using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.