Origin Displayed: Belgium
Origins Available: Belgium, Dutch
Spelling variations of this family name include: Schaegen, Scheagen, Schaeggen, Schaegenn, Schaegene, Schaegenes, Schaegens, Schaagen and many more.First found in Belgium, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johannes Schechter, who came to Pennsylvania in 1753; Johann Philipp Schechter, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1753; Johann Georg Schechter, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1753. (From www.HouseOfNames.com Archives copyright © 2000 - 2009)
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