Schachtschneider History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Schachtschneider

What does the name Schachtschneider mean?

The roots of the German surname Schachtschneider lie in the northern region of Schleswig-Holstein. The name is derived from two Low German words, "schat," meaning "handle," and "schneider," meaning "to cut." Thus, the name was most likely originally borne by someone who cut the shafts for spears or tools.

Early Origins of the Schachtschneider family

The surname Schachtschneider was first found in Schleswig-Holstein, where the name first emerged. The earliest known bearer of the name was Herman Scachtsnidere, who was living in Hamburg in 1262. The young Schachtschneider family was instrumental during this early period, playing a crucial role in the development of the society of Schleswig-Holstein.

Early History of the Schachtschneider family

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Schachtschneider Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schachtschneider, Schexnayder, Schaxnayder, Schattschneider, Schatzschneider, Scachtsnider, Scachtsnidere, Schechtschneider, Schettschneider and many more.

Early Notables of the Schachtschneider family

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Schachtschneider migration to the United States +

Schachtschneider Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

M. Schachtschneider, aged 24, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Germania" in 1866 1
Auguste Schachtschneider, aged 27, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Patmerston" in 1867 1
J. P. Schachtschneider, aged 27, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Patmerston" in 1867 1
Freiderich Schachtschneider, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Patmerston" in 1867 1
Emilie Schachtschneider, aged 30, German settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Germania" in 1869 1
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Schachtschneider migration to Canada +

Schachtschneider Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

L Schachtschneider, aged 28, farmer from Prussia who landed in Quebec in 1868 aboard the ship "Leibig"
Wilhelm Schachtschneider, aged 2, who arrived in Quebec in 1868 aboard the ship "Leibig"
Mrs. Ottilie Schachtschneider, aged 22, German settler who landed in Quebec, Canada aboard the ship "Leibig" in 1868
Mr. W. Schachtschneider,, German settler who landed in Quebec, Canada aboard the ship "Leibig" in 1868

Sources +

Ellis Island Search retrieved 21st October 2021. Retrieved from https://heritage.statueofliberty.org/passenger-result