About Olm
The surname Olm is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "olm," meaning "eel." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had characteristics associated with an eel, such as being slippery or elusive. The surname Olm may have been given to individuals who were skilled fishermen or lived near bodies of water where eels were abundant. Over time, this nickname likely became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Olm is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Olm 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 Olm is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Olm in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Olm using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.