Kelter

Origin and Meaning Kelter is an English surname of Germanic origin, derived from the Middle High German word 'keltari,' meaning a moneychanger or banker. The surname may have been an occupational name for someone involved in financial or trading activities.

Distribution The surname Kelter is not as widely distributed as some other English surnames, with most occurrences being found in the West Midlands and Yorkshire regions of England.

Notable People One of the most well-known individuals with the surname Kelter is Dr. Elizabeth Kelter, a prominent economist and researcher in the field of international finance. Born in Liverpool in 1958, Dr. Kelter has published numerous influential studies on monetary policy and economic development.

Variants Variants of the surname Kelter include Keltar, Keltere, and Keltour.

Coat of Arms The Kelter family coat of arms features a shield with a depiction of scales, symbolising justice and balance, on a field of green and gold.

There are approximately 103 people named Kelter in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kelter.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Derek
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Trevor

Female

  • Margaret
  • Sue

Similar and related surnames

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