About Skeans
The surname Skeans is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "sgein," meaning "knife." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled in using a knife or had a sharp or cutting personality. The name may have also been given to someone who made or sold knives. Over time, the surname Skeans has evolved and variations such as Skeen, Skehan, and Skene have emerged.
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The surname Skeans is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Skeans 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 Skeans is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Skeans in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Skeans using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.