Summary

German surname originating from the Middle High German word 'schulte' meaning 'village elder'. It has a long history and is associated with leadership and administrative roles.
There are
8509
Schulzes in the USA
Schulze is the
4164th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Schulze

JohannGeorg

German mathematician known for his work on algebraic curves.

HeinzSchulze

German footballer who played as a midfielder for several Bundesliga clubs.

FriedrichWilhelm

German linguist and Pāli scholar, known for his contributions to the study of Buddhism.

ErnstSchulze

German Romantic poet known for his lyrical poetry and association with the Jena Romantics.

OttoSchulze

Australian cricketer who played for Victoria and Australia in the late 19th century.

CarlSchulze

German chemist who made significant contributions to the development of pharmaceutical chemistry.

ElisabethSchulze

German painter known for her portrait and genre paintings in the early 20th century.

Schulze Genealogy

OriginsSchulze is a German surname derived from the Middle High German word 'schulte,' meaning 'sheriff' or 'village headman.' It originated as an occupational surname for someone holding a prominent local position.
Geographic DistributionSchulze is predominantly found in Germany, particularly in the states of Saxony, Brandenburg, and North Rhine-Westphalia.
VariationsVariations of Schulze include Shulze, Shultz, Schultz, Scholz, Schulte, Schultes, and Schultheis.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Schulze surname occurred during various periods. In the 19th century, many Schulze families emigrated from Germany to countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia in search of better economic opportunities and religious freedom. In the 20th century, migration also took place due to political reasons, such as during World War II and the subsequent division of Germany. Schulze descendants can now be found in diverse countries around the world.