About Schlegel
The surname Schlegel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schlegel," meaning "hammer." It is an occupational surname that was originally given to blacksmiths or metalworkers who used hammers in their trade. The name Schlegel is also associated with strength, power, and resilience, reflecting the importance of the blacksmith's craft in medieval society.
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The surname Schlegel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schlegel 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 Schlegel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schlegel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.