Schilz

Schilz Meaning & Origin

About Schilz
The surname Schilz 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 a skilled shield-maker or a warrior known for his use of shields. Over time, the surname Schilz has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Schilz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Schilz: 684
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 33,379
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.23

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schilz based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

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Pronunciation

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🗽 NYSIIS
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🔊 Soundex
S2042
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH IH1 L Z
🌐 IPA
/ʃɪlz/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('XLS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S242

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Schilz in Braille

Here's how to represent Schilz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Schilz in braille

How to sign the name Schilz using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Schilz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Schilz in sign language

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