What does Schneider mean and where does it come from?
Schneider is a German surname meaning ‘tailor’. It is derived from the Middle High German 'snîden', meaning 'to cut'. This surname has been adopted as a first name in some cases, especially in the United States, due to the trend of using surnames as given names. There are many notable people with th
Cultural significance
Schneider has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Germanic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of tailor.
Peak popularity
Reached #4824 in 2008 — currently #7115 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Schneider?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Schneider?
Schneider works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Schneider Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Schneider John
One syllable · timeless choice
Schneider Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Schneider Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Schneider Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Schneider Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Schneider right now?
Falling — down 979 spots — currently #7115 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #7115 | 12 | ▼ down 979 · -20% births |
| 2024 | #6136 | 15 | ▲ up 2021 · +50% births |
| 2023 | #8157 | 10 | ▲ up 1528 · +25% births |
| 2022 | #9685 | 8 | ▲ up 4067 · +60% births |
| 2021 | #13752 | 5 | ▼ down 4804 · -37% births |
| 2020 | #8948 | 8 | ▼ down 2112 · -33% births |
| 2015 | #6836 | 12 | ▼ down 1882 · -37% births |
| 2010 | #4954 | 19 | ▲ up 3016 · +111% births |
| 2005 | #7970 | 9 | ▲ up 1717 · +50% births |
| 2000 | #9687 | 6 | ▼ down 1274 |
| 1995 | #8413 | 6 | ▼ down 611 |
| 1990 | #7802 | 6 | ▼ down 404 · +20% births |
| 1985 | #7398 | 5 | — |
The story of Schneider
Schneider is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 288 total births recorded, Schneider remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7398 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8157 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Schneider in 2008:
Schneider by decade
Schneider peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1980s | 23 | |
| 1990s | 38 | |
| 2000s ★ | 112 | |
| 2010s | 107 | |
| 2020s | 35 | |
💎Schneider has only 288 total recorded births since 1984 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Schneider?
Common
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Famous people named Schneider
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Schneider (medieval German ruler)
Schneider bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.
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Schneider (Scandinavian royal)
Schneider held this name in the Nordic royal courts, giving it aristocratic prestige across Northern Europe.
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Schneider (Germanic saint)
Schneider spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.
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Schneider (medieval German ruler)
Schneider bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.
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Common questions about the name Schneider
What does the name Schneider mean?
Schneider means "tailor" — a name rooted in Germanic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Schneider?
Schneider is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Schneider have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Schneider?
Schneider originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Schneider?
Schneider is a two-syllable name pronounced SHNEYE-der. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Schneider trending right now?
Schneider is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.