About Szalay
The surname Szalay is of Hungarian origin and is derived from the word "szalag," meaning "ribbon" or "sash" in English. It is a toponymic surname, indicating that it was originally given to someone who lived near a place known for the production or use of ribbons or sashes. The name Szalay is relatively common in Hungary and is often associated with individuals who have a connection to the textile industry or are descendants of those who did.
The surname Szalay is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Szalay 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 Szalay in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Szalay using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.