Schimel

Schimel Meaning & Origin

About Schimel
The surname Schimel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schimel," meaning "gray" or "pale." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone with gray or fair hair. Over time, the surname Schimel became a hereditary surname passed down through generations, and individuals with this surname can be found in various parts of Germany and other German-speaking regions.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

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

  • Number of People with the name Schimel: 278
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 70403
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.09

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schimel 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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S20504
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH IH1 M AH0 L
🌐 IPA
/schimel*/
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🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S254

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Schimel in Braille

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

The name Schimel in braille

How to sign the name Schimel using Sign Language

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

The name Schimel in sign language

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