About Schleben
The surname Schleben is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schleif" or "schleifen," meaning "to grind" or "to sharpen." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a grinder or sharpener of tools or weapons. The name Schleben may also have been used to describe someone with a sharp or cutting personality.
The surname Schleben is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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Here's how to represent Schleben in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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