About Gelter
The surname Gelter is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gelt," meaning "money" or "payment." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone involved in financial matters, such as a moneylender or tax collector. Over time, the surname Gelter may have also been adopted by individuals who were known for their wealth or financial success.
The surname Gelter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gelter based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Gelter is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gelter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gelter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.