About Schlafer
The surname Schlafer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "slafære," meaning "sleeper." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a tendency to sleep a lot or worked as a night watchman. The name may have also been given to someone who had a calm or peaceful demeanor, resembling the tranquility of sleep.
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The surname Schlafer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schlafer 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 Schlafer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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