TheNameDBSala
TopographicMeaning
A topographic surname referring to a hall, room, or large building.
Etymology
From Latin 'sala' (hall, large room) via Romance languages. The surname likely originated as a topographic designation for someone living near or working in a notable hall or manor house.
About the Sala Surname
A Romance language topographic surname referring to a hall or large building. The name has been documented across Southern Europe and has spread to the Americas through migration.
Distribution
Found throughout Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Latin America with significant presence in South America.
Notable Bearers
Oskar Sala (German composer and electronic musician), Óscar Sala (Spanish footballer)