TheNameDBScholle
OccupationalMeaning
A clod of earth, a piece of sod, or a person who works with soil.
Etymology
Derived from Middle High German 'scholle' meaning clod or sod of earth. The surname likely originated as an occupational term for a farmer or laborer working with soil.
About the Scholle Surname
An occupational surname referring to agricultural work or farming. The name reflects the medieval German practice of naming individuals by their primary occupation or relationship to the land.
Distribution
Primarily found in German-speaking regions, particularly in areas with significant agricultural traditions.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation