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The Shows surname comes from the Middle High German word "schouwen" meaning "to inspect;" as such, the name is thought to have originally been occupational, for some kind of inspector, perhaps an official of a market.
The surname Shows was first found in Baden, where the name was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Shows research. Another 97 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1808 and 1813 are included under the topic Early Shows History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Schauer, Schauerr, Schaueer, Schauere, Schaueres, Schauers, Schaauer, Schaauers, Schauerrs, Schorr, Schaw, Schor, Schore and many more.
More information is included under the topic Early Shows Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
In the United States, the name Shows is the 8,101st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1