About Schlater
The surname Schlater is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "slater," meaning "roofer" or "tiler." It is an occupational surname that was given to individuals who worked as roofers or those who laid tiles on roofs. The name Schlater signifies a person's ancestral connection to this specific trade or occupation.
The surname Schlater is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schlater 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 Schlater in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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