About Schlaefli
The surname Schlaefli is of Swiss origin and is derived from the German word "schlafen," meaning "to sleep." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had a tendency to sleep a lot or had a peaceful and calm demeanor. The suffix "-li" is a diminutive form in Swiss German, indicating "little" or "dear." Therefore, Schlaefli can be interpreted as "little sleeper" or "dear sleeper."
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The surname Schlaefli is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schlaefli 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 Schlaefli in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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