TheNameDBKey-Smith
OccupationalMeaning
A compound surname combining 'Key' with 'Smith', likely indicating a blacksmith or metalworker associated with keys or locks.
Etymology
This hyphenated surname combines 'Key' (possibly referring to lock-making or a place name) with 'Smith' (the common occupational term for a metalworker). The combination may indicate a locksmith or key maker.
About the Key-Smith Surname
Key-Smith is a modern compound surname likely indicating a locksmith or key maker profession. Such hyphenated surnames typically represent 20th-century naming conventions.
Distribution
Rare compound surname found primarily in English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers