Surname Schlegel

The surname Schlegel is derived from the German word "schlagen," meaning "to strike." It is a common surname in German-speaking countries, and has been borne by many notable celebrities, such as: - Friedrich Schlegel (1772-1829), German philosopher, writer, and literary critic - August Wilhelm Schlegel (1767-1845), German poet, translator, and literary critic - Dorothea Schlegel (1763-1839), German writer and translator - Caroline Schlegel-Schelling (1763-1809), German writer and philosopher - Friedrich von Schlegel (1772-1829), German philosopher, writer, and literary critic - August Wilhelm Schlegel (1767-1845), German poet, translator, and literary critic