TheNameDBSalines
TopographicMeaning
Derived from salt marshes or salt works, referring to places where salt was extracted or processed.
Etymology
The surname comes from the plural of 'saline' (salt marsh or salt works) in Spanish and French. It is a topographic surname indicating residence near or work in salt production areas.
About the Salines Surname
A topographic surname referring to salt marshes or salt production facilities in medieval Spain and France. The name reflects the economic importance of salt extraction in these regions.
Distribution
Found in Spain, France, and Spanish-speaking regions of the Americas.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers; primarily a regional surname