There are
1518
Bischofs in the USA
Bischof is the
18286th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Bischof

GeorgBischof

Georg Bischof was a German sculptor known for his intricate woodcarvings and religious sculptures in the 19th century.

HansBischof

Hans Bischof was an Austrian artist and illustrator known for his detailed landscape paintings and book illustrations in the early 20th century.

KarlBischof

Karl Bischof was a Swiss politician and diplomat who served as the Swiss Ambassador to the United States and played a key role in negotiating international treaties.

MarieBischof

Marie Bischof was a German actress known for her stage performances and appearances in silent films in the early 20th century.

FranzBischof

Franz Bischof was an Austrian composer and conductor known for his symphonic works and operas in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

HeinrichBischof

Heinrich Bischof was a German chemist who made significant contributions to the field of photochemistry and is known for his research on the effects of light on organic compounds.

EvaBischof

Eva Bischof was an Austrian fashion designer known for her avant-garde designs and innovative use of materials in the fashion industry.

PaulBischof

Paul Bischof was a German physicist known for his work in the field of solid-state physics and his contributions to the development of semiconductor devices.

ElisabethBischof

Elisabeth Bischof was a Swiss journalist and writer known for her investigative reporting and literary works addressing social and political issues.

WernerBischof

Werner Bischof was a Swiss photographer known for his powerful and evocative documentary photographs, capturing scenes of post-war Europe and the developing world.

Bischof Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Bischof' is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word 'bischof,' meaning 'bishop.' It is an occupational name given to someone who had a role or association with the church as a bishop or bishop's assistant.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Bischof' is most commonly found in Germany and other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Switzerland. It can also be found in other parts of Europe and in countries with significant German immigrant populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Bischof' include 'Bishop' in English and 'Bischoff' in some German dialects.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Bischof' have migrated and immigrated to various countries throughout history, particularly during times of religious and political upheaval in Europe. Some descendants of individuals with the surname 'Bischof' can be found in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.