Schulz Family Crest and Surname Origin
A short guide to the Schulz surname: its meaning, its roots in Germany, and its heraldry.
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Origin of the Schulz name
Schulz is the northern and eastern German form of Schultheiß, the village reeve or magistrate who collected dues and kept local order. Closely related spellings include Schultz, Schulze and Scholz. It is among the most common surnames in Germany and travelled widely with German emigrants.
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This overview covers the Schulz name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Poland and Austria; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Schulz name FAQ
What does the Schulz name mean?
Village reeve or magistrate. Common variants include Schultz, Schulze, Scholz.
Where does the Schulz surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in the United States, Poland and Austria.
Is there a Schulz coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Schulz crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Schulz coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).