Schmid
Schmid is a surname of German origin. It is a common surname in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. The name is derived from the Middle High German word "smid," which means "blacksmith" or "metalworker." This suggests that the original bearers of the name were likely engaged in this profession.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The surname Schmid is derived from the Middle High German word "smid," which translates to "blacksmith" or "metalworker" in English. This indicates that the original bearers of the surname were likely engaged in this profession. The name is a cognate of the English surname Smith, which also has occupational origins.
Geographical distribution[edit | edit source]
As of 2014, the frequency of the surname Schmid was highest in the following countries:
- Switzerland (1: 204)
- Germany (1: 504)
- Austria (1: 525)
In Switzerland, the frequency of Schmid was higher than the national average in the following cantons:
- Canton of Solothurn (1: 103)
- Canton of Aargau (1: 120)
- Canton of Zurich (1: 134)
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Notable people with the surname Schmid include:
- Werner Schmid (born 1945), Swiss politician
- Hans Schmid, multiple people
- Johann Schmid, multiple people
See also[edit | edit source]
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