There are
1192
Schacks in the USA
Schack is the
21811st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Schack

PeterSchack

Peter Schack was a Danish artist and art teacher known for his landscape paintings and contributions to the Danish art scene in the 19th century.

AgnesSchack

Agnes Schack von Staffeldt was a Danish noblewoman and writer, known for her poetry and contributions to Danish literature in the 18th century.

HenrikSchack

Henrik Schack was a Danish composer and violinist, known for his compositions and his contributions to Danish classical music in the 19th and 20th centuries.

ErikSchack

Erik Schack was a Danish historian and author, known for his research and writings on Danish history and culture in the 20th century.

ChristinaSchack

Christina Schack is a Danish journalist and television presenter, known for her work in the Danish media and her contributions to journalism in Denmark.

NikolajSchack

Nikolaj Schack is a Danish football player, known for his career as a midfielder and his contributions to Danish football in the 21st century.

KarenSchack

Karen Schack is a Danish entrepreneur and businesswoman, known for her successful business ventures and her contributions to the Danish business community.

LarsSchack

Lars Schack is a Danish politician, known for his involvement in politics and his contributions to Danish governance in the 21st century.

MariaSchack

Maria Schack is a Danish actress, known for her performances in Danish film and theater and her contributions to the Danish performing arts.

PerSchack

Per Schack is a Danish scientist and researcher, known for his work in the field of biology and his contributions to Danish scientific research.

Schack Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Schack' is of Danish origin. It is derived from the given name 'Skaði', meaning 'harm' or 'damage'. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally derived from the name of a male ancestor.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Schack' is most commonly found in Denmark, where it originated. It is also found in other Scandinavian countries such as Sweden and Norway, as well as in other countries with Danish immigrant populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Schack' include 'Skaði', 'Skack', 'Skak', and 'Skacke'. These variations may differ in spelling but share a common origin.
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Schack' can be traced to the movement of Danish people to other countries. Danish immigrants brought the surname with them when they settled in places like the United States, Canada, and Australia.