About Schurch
The surname Schurch is of Swiss-German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schurche," meaning "church." It is an occupational surname that likely referred to someone who worked at or lived near a church. The name may have been given to individuals who were involved in the maintenance or administration of a church, such as a sexton or a churchwarden. Alternatively, it could have been used to denote someone who lived in close proximity to a church or had a strong association with it.
The surname Schurch is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schurch based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Schurch is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Schurch in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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