How common is the Schulteis surname?

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

Are there Schulteis soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 6 soldiers with the Schulteis surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Schulteis mean?

The surname Schulteis means "A variant of Schultheiss, referring to a village magistrate or mayor.". It is of German origin.

Occupational

Meaning

A variant of Schultheiss, referring to a village magistrate or mayor.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'Schultheiss,' combining 'Schule' (school/jurisdiction) and 'Heiss' (command). The term originally denoted an official responsible for administering a lord's estate or village.

About the Schulteis Surname

A German occupational surname derived from administrative officials in medieval Germanic territories. The name reflects the social hierarchy of feudal Europe where such officials held considerable local authority.

Distribution & Frequency

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

Rare Common

Primarily found in German-speaking regions, with emigrant populations in North America.

Schulteis Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Schulteis Surname

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Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

6 soldiers with the Schulteis surname found in Civil War records.

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