How common is the Schorr surname?

There are approximately 2,500 people with the surname Schorr in the United States.

Are there Schorr soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 17 soldiers with the Schorr surname appear in Civil War records.

Schorr

Q: What does the surname Schorr mean?

The surname Schorr means "A person with rough or coarse hair, or possibly related to a place name.". It is of German/Yiddish origin.

Descriptive

Meaning

A person with rough or coarse hair, or possibly related to a place name.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Middle High German 'schorr' meaning rough or coarse, or from a Yiddish origin. The etymology is uncertain and may have multiple regional sources.

About the Schorr Surname

A surname of uncertain etymology that may be descriptive or occupational in nature. The name appears in both German and Jewish communities, suggesting multiple possible origins.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in German-speaking regions and among Jewish communities in Central and Eastern Europe.

Schorr Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Schorr Surname

Edward Schorr

Quick Facts

Origin: German/Yiddish
Classification: Descriptive
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

17 soldiers with the Schorr surname found in Civil War records.

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