About Smolen
The surname Smolen is of Polish origin and is derived from the word "smolny," meaning "pitch" or "tar." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who worked with or traded in pitch or tar. The name may also have been given to someone who lived near a place where pitch was produced or used.
The surname Smolen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Smolen 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 Smolen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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