About Schmeling
The surname Schmeling is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "smelinc," meaning "blackbird." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who resembled or had characteristics associated with a blackbird, such as dark hair or a melodious voice. The name Schmeling has been recorded in various regions of Germany and has spread to other countries through migration.
The surname Schmeling is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schmeling 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 Schmeling in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schmeling using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.