About Glum
The surname Glum is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "glamr," meaning "mask" or "disguise." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was mysterious or enigmatic in nature. The name Glum may have been bestowed upon individuals who were skilled at concealing their true emotions or intentions, or perhaps those who had a tendency to wear a figurative mask in social situations.
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The surname Glum is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Glum based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Glum in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Glum using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.