TheNameDBSchreiber
OccupationalMeaning
A scribe, clerk, or person who writes or records documents.
Etymology
Derived from Middle High German 'schreiber' meaning scribe or clerk, from the verb 'schreiben' (to write). The surname indicates an occupational role of significant importance in medieval society.
About the Schreiber Surname
An occupational surname indicating a person engaged in writing or record-keeping. The name reflects the medieval importance of literate individuals in administrative and religious contexts.
Distribution
Found throughout German-speaking regions, with widespread distribution due to the universal need for scribes and clerks.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation