Schreider

Schreider, also often encountered with variations in spelling such as "Schneider," is a surname of Germanic origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word "snider" or "schneider," meaning "tailor." The name signifies a person whose occupation was that of a tailor, someone who made or altered clothing. As with many occupational surnames, it became hereditary, passing down through generations.

The name Schreider and its variant spellings are found throughout Europe and in countries where European migrants settled, including North and South America, Australia, and South Africa. Regional variations in pronunciation and spelling likely contributed to the different forms of the surname that exist today. Genealogical research is often necessary to trace the specific lineage of individuals with this surname due to these variations and the commonality of the occupation.

While primarily a surname, the word "Schreider" (and "Schneider") can also occasionally appear in historical texts or literature referencing the tailoring profession or a specific individual with that name. Its frequency as a first name is exceptionally rare.