Summary

German surname that originated in the region of Saxony. The name is derived from the Middle High German word 'schilin', meaning 'shield'. It is believed that the surname was originally given to individuals involved in the manufacturing or use of shields. Over time, the Schilling family spread to other parts of Germany and eventually to other countries.
There are
16546
Schillings in the USA
Schilling is the
2200th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Schilling

BobbySchilling

Bobby Schilling is an American businessman and politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 17th congressional district from 2011 to 2013.

AugustSchilling

August Schilling was a German immigrant who founded A. Schilling & Company, a successful spice manufacturing company in the United States in the late 19th century.

CurtSchilling

Curt Schilling is a former professional baseball pitcher who played for several teams in the Major League Baseball, including the Philadelphia Phillies and the Boston Red Sox.

FerdinandSchilling

Ferdinand Schilling was a German botanist and plant collector who made significant contributions to the study of African flora.

UlrikeSchilling

Ulrike Schilling is a German track and field athlete who specializes in long jump and triple jump, and has represented Germany in various international competitions.

HeinrichSchilling

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

EvaSchilling

Eva Schilling is a Swedish actress known for her roles in various Swedish films and TV series, including 'The Bridge' and 'Beck'.

KarlSchilling

Karl Schilling was a Swiss painter and sculptor known for his surrealist and abstract works, and his involvement in the Dada movement.

LudwigSchilling

Ludwig Schilling was a German architect and urban planner known for his contributions to the design of several cities and town planning projects in Germany.

SelmaSchilling

Selma Schilling was a Russian-born American violinist known for her virtuosity and performances with leading orchestras around the world.

Schilling Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Schilling' is of German origin and was originally an occupational name for a person who worked as a treasurer or someone who collected and managed money.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Schilling' is most commonly found in Germany and other German-speaking countries, but it is also present in other European countries and some English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Schilling' include 'Schillinge' and 'Schellin'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Schilling' have migrated and immigrated to different parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and South America.