TheNameDBChisolm
TopographicMeaning
A dweller at the narrow ford or the ford of the narrow passage.
Etymology
A variant spelling of Chisholm, derived from Scottish Gaelic 'chis' (narrow) and Old English 'holm' (small island or water meadow). This spelling variant emerged through phonetic simplification.
About the Chisolm Surname
An alternative spelling of Chisholm that reflects dialectal pronunciation variations in Scottish regions. This variant has become less common in modern usage.
Distribution
Found primarily in Scotland and North America, less common than the Chisholm spelling.
Notable Bearers
Chisolm family of Scottish nobility