Schroder

Schroder is a surname of German origin, commonly written as Schröder in German. In English-language contexts the name appears in several variant spellings, including Schroeder and Schroder. The form Schröder remains standard in German-speaking countries, while the anglicized versions are widespread among people of German descent and in international usage.

The name is associated with a broad set of individuals across fields such as politics, science, and the arts. The most widely recognized bearer in contemporary terms is Gerhard Schröder (born 1944), who served as Chancellor of Germany from 1998 to 2005; in English-language reporting his surname is often rendered Schroeder or Schroder. Because of transliteration from the umlauted form, many people with this surname use different spellings.

Variants of the surname reflect differences in spelling conventions rather than distinct lineages. The choice between Schröder, Schroeder, and Schroder can be influenced by country, historical period, or family preference. The name is one of several German-origin surnames that have become common in English-speaking contexts through migration and diaspora.

See also: Schröder, Schroeder, Schroder.