About Schilter
The surname Schilter is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schiltære," meaning "shield-bearer" or "shield-maker." It is an occupational surname that likely originated from someone who made or carried shields. The name may have been initially used to denote a person's occupation or as a nickname for someone who was skilled in using or making shields. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Schilter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schilter 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 Schilter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schilter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.