Felt

Occupational

Meaning

A person who makes or works with felt fabric.

Etymology

From Old Germanic 'felt' (felt material), a shortened form of occupational surnames like Feltmaker. This surname emerged from the textile industry that flourished in medieval Europe.

About the Felt Surname

A concise occupational surname derived from the felt-making trade. The name appears in various Germanic regions where textile production was economically significant.

Distribution

Primarily found in German-speaking countries, with secondary presence in English-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Felt Surname

Truman Felt

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