About Tecumseh
The surname Tecumseh is of Native American origin and is derived from the Shawnee language. It is believed to mean "panther passing across" or "shooting star" in English. Tecumseh was also the name of a famous Shawnee leader and warrior who played a significant role in the resistance against American expansion in the early 19th century.
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The surname Tecumseh is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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The image below shows how you can spell Tecumseh using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.