About Schilder
The surname Schilder is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schildære," meaning "painter." It is an occupational surname that was given to individuals who worked as painters or artists. The name may have been initially used to denote someone who painted coats of arms or created decorative artwork. Over time, the surname Schilder has become a common family name among people of German descent.
The surname Schilder is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schilder 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 Schilder in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schilder using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.