About Smeltz
The surname Smeltz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "smelzen," meaning "to melt." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who worked as a smelter or a metalworker involved in the process of melting and refining metals. The name may have also been used to denote someone who lived near a smelting furnace or a place associated with metalworking.
The surname Smeltz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Smeltz 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 Smeltz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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