About Schirf
The surname Schirf is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schirf," meaning "sharp" or "keen." It is likely an occupational surname given to someone who worked as a cutler or a sharpener of blades. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone with a sharp or clever personality.
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The surname Schirf is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schirf 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 Schirf in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schirf using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.