Scher

Meaning

A shearer or one who cuts, likely an occupational name for a barber or cloth worker.

Etymology

Derived from the German verb 'scheren' meaning 'to shear' or 'to cut,' with the agent suffix '-er'. The surname originated as an occupational name for barbers, cloth workers, or sheep shearers.

About the Scher Surname

A German occupational surname based on the trade of shearing or cutting. Such names were common for barbers and textile workers in medieval times.

Distribution

Primarily found in Germany and German-speaking areas of Central Europe.

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers

People with the Scher Surname