Discuss the significance of Willy's last name in Death of a Salesman?

Asked by jake3 on 01 Dec 16:16

Last updated by Jill W on 26 Mar 17:39

Answered by Jill W on 26 Mar 17:39

Willy is ambitious and aspires to do great things. Thus, his last name.... Loman, is ironic. The name Loman almost directly translates to "low man".

Death of a Salesman