Goldsmith

Goldsmith is a surname of English origin, originally denoting a skilled craftsman who worked with gold. The name is derived from the Old English words “gold” and “smitan,” meaning to work or forge. The Goldsmith family has a rich history, with notable members including Oliver Goldsmith, an 18th-century Irish novelist, and Cecil Goldsmith, a British journalist and broadcaster. Today, the surname can be found throughout the English-speaking world, and its meaning continues to symbolize skill, craftsmanship, and refinement.