Slusser

Slusser is a German surname, a variant of the occupational name Schlosser, which means a locksmith. The root word comes from Old High German sloz (lock). The occupational name for a locksmith was common among German-speaking people, and regional dialects and spelling variations gave rise to forms like Slusser and Schlösser. In Polish, equivalent surnames include Ślusarska, Ślusarski, and Ślusarczyk.

Notable Bearers

Several individuals with the surname Slusser have achieved prominence in various fields. George Edgar Slusser (1939–2014) was an American scholar and professor known for his work in science fiction literature. James Slusser (1916–1996) served as a police officer and was a key figure in the Clutter family murder investigation, which inspired Truman Capote's novel In Cold Blood. Jean Paul Slusser (1886–1981) was an American painter and art critic. Lewis Slusser (1820–1892) was a physician and politician in Ohio. Mary Shepherd Slusser (1918–2017) was an archaeologist who contributed to Mayan studies. Susan Slusser (born 1967) is an American sportswriter covering the San Francisco Giants.

• Meaning: Occupational name for a locksmith
• Origin: German
• Usage: Surname
• Regions: Germany, United States, Poland