Schorr

Descriptive

Meaning

A person with rough or coarse hair, or possibly related to a place name.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Middle High German 'schorr' meaning rough or coarse, or from a Yiddish origin. The etymology is uncertain and may have multiple regional sources.

About the Schorr Surname

A surname of uncertain etymology that may be descriptive or occupational in nature. The name appears in both German and Jewish communities, suggesting multiple possible origins.

Distribution

Found in German-speaking regions and among Jewish communities in Central and Eastern Europe.

Notable Bearers

Limited documentation

People with the Schorr Surname

Edward Schorr