TheNameDBGoldman
OccupationalMeaning
Derived from Yiddish and German elements meaning 'gold man' or 'man of gold.'
Etymology
The surname combines 'gold' with the German 'mann' (man), likely referring to a goldsmith or someone associated with gold. It became a common Jewish surname in Eastern Europe.
About the Goldman Surname
A Yiddish-German surname with occupational origins, commonly adopted by Jewish families. The name became widespread among Jewish communities in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Distribution
Primarily found among Jewish communities worldwide, with significant presence in North America and Israel.
Notable Bearers
Emma Goldman (anarchist activist), Ronald Goldman (victim in O.J. Simpson case)