Wollman

Wollman is a surname of German and Jewish origin. It is believed to derive from the Middle High German word "woll," meaning "wool," and "man," meaning "man." This suggests an occupational surname for someone who was a wool merchant, a wool spinner, or someone who worked with wool in some capacity. Alternatively, it could be a topographical name, referring to someone who lived near a place characterized by woolly plants or a wool-producing area.

The surname Wollman can be found in various countries, with a significant presence in the United States, Germany, and Israel. Its historical distribution reflects patterns of migration and settlement among German-speaking populations and Jewish communities.

Notable individuals with the surname Wollman include Allen Wollman, an American businessman and philanthropist, and Joshua Wollman, an American attorney. The name appears in historical records and contemporary contexts, reflecting its continued use across generations. The spelling of the surname may vary slightly in different regions or historical documents, sometimes appearing as Wollmann.