About Zelt
The surname Zelt is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "zelt," meaning "tent" or "shelter." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who made or lived in tents. The name may have also been given to someone who worked as a tentmaker or had a connection to the trade. Over time, the surname Zelt has likely evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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The surname Zelt is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zelt based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Zelt is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Zelt in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Zelt using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.