Schulteis

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

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

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers; primarily a family surname.

People with the Schulteis Surname