About Salter
The surname Salter is of English origin and is derived from the occupation of a salter, someone who worked with or sold salt. The name is derived from the Middle English word "salt," meaning salt, and the suffix "-er," which denotes a person who performs a specific action or occupation. Therefore, the surname Salter signifies someone who was involved in the production, distribution, or sale of salt during medieval times.
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The surname Salter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Salter 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 Salter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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