About Shaum
The surname Shaum is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schouwen," meaning "to look" or "to observe." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a lookout or watchman. Over time, the surname Shaum has evolved and may have variations in spelling and pronunciation.
The surname Shaum is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shaum 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 Shaum in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Shaum using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.