Summary
Surname Schofield originated from the Old English words 'Sceap' meaning 'sheep' and 'Feld' meaning 'field'. It has a long history and is believed to have originated in the Yorkshire region of England. The name Schofield is commonly associated with farming and agricultural activities.12790
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most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Schofield
JohnSchofield
John Schofield was a United States Army officer who served as a major general during the American Civil War. He later became the 28th U.S. Secretary of War.PhillipSchofield
Phillip Schofield is a British television presenter known for hosting various TV shows, including 'This Morning' and 'Dancing on Ice.'TomSchofield
Tom Schofield is a British electronic musician and producer, known for his experimental and ambient music compositions.EmmaSchofield
Emma Schofield is a Canadian painter known for her vibrant and expressive abstract artworks. She has exhibited her work in various galleries.NigelSchofield
Nigel Schofield is a British historian and author, specializing in medieval history. He has written several books on medieval England.LauraSchofield
Laura Schofield is a British Olympic archer who competed for Team GB at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics.HenrySchofield
Henry Schofield is a British film director known for his work in the music video industry. He has directed music videos for various artists.SarahSchofield
Sarah Schofield is a New Zealand long-distance runner who has represented her country in multiple international competitions.MichaelSchofield
Michael Schofield is an American football player who has played as an offensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL).RachelSchofield
Rachel Schofield is a British journalist and news presenter, known for her work on BBC News and Sky News.Schofield Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Schofield' is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words 'sceo' (a hut or shelter) and 'feld' (a field), indicating that the original bearer of the name may have lived near a field with a hut or shelter.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Schofield' is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, especially in England. It is also present in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Schofield' include 'Scholes' and 'Scholfield'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Schofield' have migrated and immigrated to various countries throughout history, particularly during periods of British colonization and industrialization.