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Type Surname (from occupation & from location)
Usage Dutch
Other Forms FormsZalm, van der Salm

Meaning & History

Denoted a person from any of various places called Salm. It could also derive from Dutch zalm meaning "salmon", referring to someone who lived near a sign depicting them, or to someone who fished for salmon.
Added 4/3/2010 by hurgrace
Edited 9/8/2024 by jocatchi, Frollein Gladys, Ora and more