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Schneur

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Pronounced SHNAY-er /ˈʃneɪ.ər/Medium

Meaning: Schneur is a spelling of the Yiddish/Hebrew name Shneur, traditionally understood as 'two lights' (from the Hebrew shnei or, 'two lights'). It is honored in Hasidic tradition after Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi.Low

In 30 seconds: A luminous heritage name: Schneur means 'two lights' (said 'SHNAY-er'), honored in Hasidic tradition after Rabbi Schneur Zalman.

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Origin MediumYiddish, Hebrew

MeaningSchneur is a spelling of the Yiddish/Hebrew name Shneur, traditionally understood as 'two lights' (from the Hebrew shnei or, 'two lights'). It is honored in Hasidic tradition after Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi.

U.S. rank (2024)#12075 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 339

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Schneur is a spelling of the Yiddish/Hebrew Shneur, 'two lights,' from the Hebrew shnei or. It carries deep weight in Hasidic tradition through Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of Chabad. A luminous heritage name (said 'SHNAY-er').

It appears only rarely in U.S. records, most often in Hasidic Jewish families. Rare, luminous, and rooted.

Did you know? Schneur is traditionally read as 'two lights' (Hebrew shnei or) and is deeply honored in Chabad-Lubavitch tradition after its founder, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi (said 'SHNAY-er').

Overall data confidence 52%

References — Schneur — Yiddish/Hebrew Shneur, 'two lights'; Rabbi Schneur Zalman

Variations

ShneurSchneorShneor

Nicknames

ShneZalman

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Schneur mean?

Schneur is a Yiddish/Hebrew name traditionally read as 'two lights,' honored after Rabbi Schneur Zalman.

How do you pronounce Schneur?

It's said SHNAY-er /ˈʃneɪ.ər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Schneur a boy or girl name?

Schneur is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Schneur?

Schneur is a rare name in the U.S., seen most in Hasidic Jewish families.