Scholtz

Occupational

Meaning

A village mayor, headman, or official administrator.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'schultheiz' or 'schulze' meaning village mayor or chief official. The '-tz' ending is a variant spelling of this occupational title.

About the Scholtz Surname

An occupational surname indicating a person of authority in a medieval village or town. The name reflects the importance of administrative officials in German-speaking communities.

Distribution

Found throughout German-speaking regions, with particular concentration in Prussia and central Germany.

Notable Bearers

Limited documentation

People with the Scholtz Surname

Joseph D. Scholtz

Mayor