is a Portuguese and Sephardic Jewish surname. It has a high incidence in Portuguese-speaking countries, such as Portugal, Brazil and Angola. It is still very common in countries like India, Cambodia, Vietnam, Nigeria, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia and Morocco.

Pronunciation[sa]
Origin
Word/nameOld High German sal < German Saal
Meaninghall, large room
later address or lodging
Region of origin
Portugal

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