How common is the Schrader surname?

There are approximately 4,500 people with the surname Schrader in the United States.

Are there Schrader soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 278 soldiers with the Schrader surname appear in Civil War records.

Schrader

Q: What does the surname Schrader mean?

The surname Schrader means "A person who cuts or shreds, particularly a cloth cutter or tailor.". It is of German origin.

Occupational

Meaning

A person who cuts or shreds, particularly a cloth cutter or tailor.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'schraden' meaning to cut or shred. The suffix '-er' indicates an occupational origin for someone engaged in cutting work.

About the Schrader Surname

An occupational surname referring to someone involved in cutting cloth or other materials. The name reflects the importance of textile workers in medieval German economies.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,500 bearers in the United States #1,937 most common surname

Rare Common

Found throughout German-speaking regions, with particular concentration in areas with textile production traditions.

Schrader Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Schrader Surname

Henry Lester Schrader

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 15th century
Estimated Bearers: 4,500

War Records

278 soldiers with the Schrader surname found in Civil War records.

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