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Etymology of Schrod

What does the name Schrod mean?

The Schrod surname is thought to be derived from the Bavarian dialect word "schropp," meaning a "pile of earth," and may have been a nickname for a rough or course person.

Early Origins of the Schrod family

The surname Schrod was first found in the Southern German states. Early records include a Johann Schrope in North Hesse in 1312, H. Scrupe in Stettin in 1350 and Lienhard der Schroppe in Tyrol in 1375.

Early History of the Schrod family

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Schrod Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schropp, Schröpp, Schröppel, Schrap, Schreeb, Schrepp, Schrepl, Schröd, Schrodt and many more.

Early Notables of the Schrod family

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Schrod migration to the United States +



Schrod Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Matthaus Schrod, who settled in America in 1741
Schrod Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Chr Friedr Schrod, who settled in New York, NY in 1858


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