KALAYCI
Kalayci
Kalayci is a British surname with origins tracing back to Turkish roots. The name is of occupational origin, deriving from the Turkish word "kalaycı," which means "tinsmith" or "coppersmith."
Individuals bearing the surname Kalayci are likely to have ancestors who practised the craft of working with tin or copper. Over time, as families migrated and settled in different regions, the surname Kalayci may have been anglicised and adopted by descendants in the United Kingdom.
The surname Kalayci is relatively uncommon in the British Isles, but those who bear it carry with them a unique piece of cultural heritage that connects them to the skilled craftsmen of the past. Today, individuals with the surname Kalayci can be found across various professions and walks of life, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society.
There are approximately 83 people named Kalayci in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Kalayci.