TheNameDBWASMITH
OccupationalMeaning
An occupational surname for a smith or metalworker, possibly with a prefix indicating location or association.
Etymology
The surname combines 'wa' or 'wae' (possibly a location prefix or personal name element) with 'smith' (metalworker). The exact origin of the first element is uncertain.
About the WASMITH Surname
An uncommon English occupational surname combining an uncertain prefix with 'smith'. Historical documentation is sparse and the name is quite rare in modern records.
Distribution
Rare, found primarily in English-speaking regions with limited modern distribution.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation