Schwind

Schwind Meaning & Origin

About Schwind
The surname Schwind is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swint," meaning "swift" or "quick." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was known for their agility or speed. The name may have been given to messengers, couriers, or individuals with a quick and nimble nature. Over time, the surname Schwind has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.

🌍 Origin
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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Schwind is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Schwind: 1,291
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 20,541
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.44

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Schwind 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 Schwind is not currently available.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
XNT
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
Error
πŸ”Š Soundex
S2053
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH W IH1 N D
🌐 IPA
/ΚƒwΙͺnd/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('XNT', 'XFNT')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S253

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Schwind in Braille

Here's how to represent Schwind in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Schwind in braille

How to sign the name Schwind using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Schwind using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Schwind in sign language

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