History:
The surname is derived from the Old English word 'sceatha' which means 'shield' or 'protection.'
The surname was first used by Anglo-Saxon families in England during the Middle Ages. It was used to denote someone who was a shield bearer or a protector of some kind.
Description:
The surname is still used in some parts of England, particularly in the north and east of the country. It is also found in Scotland and Ireland.
There are no specific customs associated with the surname, however, it is often used as a middle name in some families.
Variations of the surname include Sheath, Sheethe, Sheathman, Sheethal, Sheetham, Sheethan, and Sheethar.
