Schroder History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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The distinguished surname Schroder emerged in the former German province of East Prussia. The name is derived from the Low German verb "schroden," meaning "cut" or "chop," and was most likely originally borne by a wood-cutter, a tailor, or a transporter of beer and wine (known in North Germany as a Shröder).

Early Origins of the Schroder family

The surname Schroder was first found in the northeastern regions of Germany, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would have prominent effects on the development of European history. The name would later be linked to noble families of great influence, having many distinguished branches, and becoming renowned for their involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Early History of the Schroder family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Schroder research. Another 230 words (16 lines of text) covering the years 1362, 1557, 1698, 1700, 1723, 1744, 1751, 1759, 1781, 1792, 1802, 1804, 1816, 1860 and 1868 are included under the topic Early Schroder History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Schroder Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schroeder, Schroder, Schroeter, Schroter, Shrout, Shroter, Shrouter, Schröder, Schöter and many more.

Early Notables of the Schroder family

Notables bearing the name Schroder of this period include Friedrich Ludwig Schroeder (1744-1816), actor and dramatist, who was manager of the Hamburg theater, Corona Schroeter (1751-1802), a court singer in Weimar who played the leading role opposite to Goethe in one of...
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Schroder Ranking

In the United States, the name Schroder is the 5,112^nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1

Schroder migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Schroder Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

Aeltje Jans Schroder, who arrived in New Netherland(s) in 1641 2
Hans Schroder, who landed in America in 1641 2

Schroder Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Magnus Schroder, who landed in Pennsylvania in 1752 2
David Schroder, who landed in Pennsylvania in 1754 2
Johan Daniel Schroder, who landed in Pennsylvania in 1771 2
Joachim Schroder, who arrived in America in 1777 2
Johann Schroder, who arrived in America in 1783 2
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Schroder Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Anton Schroder, who arrived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1802 2
Anton Christ Schroder, who landed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1804 2
Andreas Schroder, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1804 2
Nicholas Schroder, who arrived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1808 2
Gerh Heinr Schroder, who arrived in America in 1814 2
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Schroder Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Hedwig Schroder, who landed in Chile in 1912 2

Schroder migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Schroder Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

John Schroder, who arrived in Canada in 1841
Abraham Schroder, who landed in Manitoba in 1874
Gerhard Schroder, who landed in Manitoba in 1874
Johann Schroder, who arrived in Manitoba in 1875
Aaron Schroder, who arrived in Manitoba in 1876
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Schroder migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Schroder Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

George Schroder, who arrived in Adelaide, Australia aboard the ship "Winchester" in 1838 3
Francis Schroder, who arrived in Adelaide, Australia aboard the ship "Winchester" in 1838 3
J.H. Schroder, who arrived in South Australia in 1849 aboard the ship "Steinwaerder" 4

Schroder migration to New Zealand +

Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include:

Schroder Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century

Mr. G. W. Schroder, (b. 1814), aged 27, British settler travelling from Plymouth aboard the ship "Oriental" arriving in Wellington, New Zealand on 27th October 1841 5
GW Schröder, who landed in Nelson, New Zealand in 1842
Franz Schroder, aged 28, a farm labourer, who arrived in Wellington, New Zealand aboard the ship "Maraval" in 1880
Francesca Schroder, aged 26, who arrived in Wellington, New Zealand aboard the ship "Maraval" in 1880
Joseph Schroder, aged 4, who arrived in Wellington, New Zealand aboard the ship "Maraval" in 1880
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Contemporary Notables of the name Schroder (post 1700) +

Richard Bartlett "Rick" Schroder Jr. (b. 1970), American actor and film director
Christopher Keith Schroder (b. 1978), American Major League Baseball relief pitcher
Rob Schroder, American politician, Mayor of Martinez, California, 2003-10 6
R. Curtis Schroder, American politician, Member of Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, 2002 6
John R. Schroder, American Democratic Party politician, Mayor of Hannibal, Missouri, 1955-56 6
Frank R. Schroder, American politician, Member of South Dakota State Senate 9th District, 1935-36 6
Anders E. Schröder, American politician, U.S. Vice Consul in SAINT Thomas, 1905-06 6
Walter Schröder (1932-2022), German rower who competed for the United Team of Germany in the 1960 Summer Olympics
Horst Schröder (1938-2022), German politician, member of the Christian Democratic Union of Germany, he served in the Bundestag from 1972 to 1984
Gerhard Fritz Kurt Schröder (b. 1944), German politician, Chancellor of Germany from 1998 to 2005
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Historic Events for the Schroder family +

The Schroder Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Allein beim Christus den ewigen freiheit
Motto Translation: Christ alone for eternal freedom