About Shand
The surname Shand is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English word "sceaga" or the Old Norse word "skagi," both meaning "a promontory or headland." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer lived near or on a headland. The name Shand is relatively rare and is primarily found in Scotland and the northeastern regions of England.
The surname Shand is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shand 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 Shand is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Shand in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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