Find out how popular the last name Scheers is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Scheers.

Scheers, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Scheers surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Scheers in America

Scheers is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Scheers surname appeared 111 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Scheers.

The history of the last name Scheers

The surname SCHEERS originated in Germany during the late 12th century. It is derived from the Middle High German word "schere," meaning "scissors." The name likely referred to a person who worked as a scissor maker or sharpener.

The earliest known records of the SCHEERS surname can be found in medieval German documents and church registers. In 1287, a man named Heinrich Scherer was mentioned in a land deed in the town of Lübeck. This is believed to be one of the first written instances of the name.

During the 14th century, the name began to spread throughout various regions of Germany, with different spelling variations emerging, such as Scherer, Scherers, and Scheerer. In some areas, the name was associated with specific locations, leading to the formation of place names like Scherersdorf or Scherersberg.

One notable individual with the SCHEERS surname was Johann Scherer (1515-1570), a German theologian and reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. He was a close associate of Martin Luther and contributed to the translation of the Bible into German.

Another prominent figure was Georg Scherer (1569-1647), a German mathematician and astronomer. He made important contributions to the fields of cartography and celestial navigation, and his work was widely recognized throughout Europe.

In the 17th century, the SCHEERS surname gained prominence in the Netherlands, where it was often spelled as Scheers or Scheerders. One notable Dutch bearer of the name was Pieter Scheers (1624-1701), a renowned painter known for his landscapes and city scenes.

Moving into the 18th century, the name was found in various parts of Europe, including France and England. François Scherer (1715-1784) was a French artist and engraver who gained recognition for his intricate etchings and engravings.

In England, the surname was sometimes anglicized to Sheers or Shears. William Shears (1784-1861) was an English engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early steam engines and water pumps.

Throughout its history, the SCHEERS surname has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, ranging from artisans and scholars to artists and inventors. While its origins can be traced back to medieval Germany, the name has since spread across Europe and beyond, carrying with it a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Scheers

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Scheers.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Scheers was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Scheers was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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