TheNameDBSchreiner
OccupationalMeaning
A carpenter or joiner who works with wood.
Etymology
Derived from Middle High German 'schreiner' meaning carpenter or joiner, from 'schrein' (shrine or wooden chest). The suffix '-er' indicates an occupational origin.
About the Schreiner Surname
An occupational surname referring to a skilled woodworker or carpenter. The name reflects the importance of carpentry and joinery in medieval German crafts.
Distribution
Found throughout German-speaking regions, with particular concentration in areas with strong woodworking traditions.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical prominence