About Schutte
The surname Schutte is of Dutch and German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schütte," meaning "archer" or "shooter." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who was skilled in archery or a professional archer. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone who had a keen eye or was known for their accuracy. Over time, the surname Schutte has become a common surname in the Netherlands and Germany, and variations of the name can be found in other European countries as well.
The surname Schutte is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schutte 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 Schutte in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Schutte using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.