About Seltzer
The surname Seltzer is of German-Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "zeltser," meaning "seltzer water." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked as a seltzer water maker or seller. Seltzer water is a carbonated water that was popular in Jewish communities, particularly in Eastern Europe, and the surname Seltzer likely originated from individuals involved in its production or distribution.
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Here's how to represent Seltzer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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