GOLDSCHMIDT
Goldschmidt
The surname Goldschmidt is of German origin and is etymologically derived from the German words Gold, meaning gold, and Schmidt, a common occupational name for a metalworker or blacksmith. Goldschmidt thus translates to "gold smith" in English.
The Goldschmidt surname has been traced back to Jewish communities in Germany and other parts of Europe. Jewish families bearing the Goldschmidt surname were often associated with finance, business, or skilled trades. The name may also have been used as an occupational surname for individuals involved in working with precious metals.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the Goldschmidt surname have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, science, business, and the arts. The surname has spread beyond its German-Jewish origins and can be found in different parts of the world, including the United Kingdom.
Today, the Goldschmidt surname continues to be borne by families of diverse backgrounds and nationalities across the globe, each carrying on the legacy and heritage associated with this distinctive surname.
There are approximately 118 people named Goldschmidt in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Goldschmidt.
Religion of origin: Jewish
Language of origin: Hebrew
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Gideon
Female
- Claire
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