What does the surname Scholtz mean?

The surname Scholtz means "A village mayor, headman, or official administrator.". It is of German origin.

How common is the Scholtz surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Scholtz in the United States.

Are there Scholtz soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 45 soldiers with the Scholtz surname appear in Civil War records.

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 & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

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

Scholtz Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Scholtz Surname

Joseph D. Scholtz

Mayor

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 15th century
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

45 soldiers with the Scholtz surname found in Civil War records.

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