Goldman

Goldman is a surname of German and Yiddish origin. It is a compound of the elements “Gold” and “Mann” (man), historically used to describe a person who worked with gold, such as a goldsmith or gold dealer. The name has spread beyond its linguistic origins and is now found in various cultures, and may also appear in corporate or organizational names.

Goldman Sachs is the most widely known usage of the name in commerce. It is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company. Founded in 1869 by Marcus Goldman and later joined by Samuel Sachs, the firm expanded from a small retail securities business into a global financial institution offering investment banking, securities, investment management, and other services. It is headquartered in New York City and operates worldwide.

As a surname, Goldman has been carried by numerous individuals across finance, science, culture, and public life. The name is associated with a long-standing tradition of entrepreneurship and professional achievement, and it appears in the names of various organizations, foundations, and initiatives connected to people bearing the surname. The term also functions as a generic descriptor in historical contexts for those who worked with gold, and it continues to be used in modern times as a family name and corporate label.