Zilm

Zilm Meaning & Origin

About Zilm
The surname Zilm is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "zilme," meaning "cymbal." It is an occupational surname that likely originated from someone who made or played cymbals. The name may have been given to individuals who were skilled in the craft of cymbal-making or who were known for their proficiency in playing this musical instrument. Over time, the surname Zilm has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Zilm is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Zilm: 240
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 79,338
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.08

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zilm based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
SLM
🗽 NYSIIS
ZSAN
🔊 Soundex
Z045
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
Z IH1 L M
🌐 IPA
/zilm*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('SLM', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
Z450

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Zilm in Braille

Here's how to represent Zilm in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Zilm in braille

How to sign the name Zilm using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Zilm using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Zilm in sign language

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