Rising since 1998, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Schneider since 1984
Babies named Schneider per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 112 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Schneider is a German occupational surname that has been adapted as a given name, particularly in the United States. The name entered the U.S. Social Security data in 1984, reflecting the broader trend of adopting surnames as first names. Its popularity peaked in 2010, and since 1998, it has been on a rising trajectory, though it remains uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 6,803, with approximately 1 in 142,340 boys receiving the name. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular U.S. state. As a surname-turned-first-name, Schneider carries a straightforward occupational meaning and a crisp, two-syllable sound that fits contemporary naming preferences.
Schneider is a German occupational surname meaning 'tailor,' derived from Middle High German 'snīder' (to cut). It ranks as the 12th most common surname in Germany. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, following the trend of using surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Snyder, Snider, Schnyder
Sibling names for Schneider
Names that share Schneider's style, for a brother or sister.
