Amshoff
Amshoff Meaning & Origin
About Amshoff
The surname Amshoff is of German origin and is derived from the combination of the elements "am," meaning "at" or "by," and "Schopf," meaning "crest" or "tuft." It is believed to have originated as a topographic or locational surname, referring to someone who lived near or worked at a place with a distinctive crest or tuft-like feature. Over time, the surname Amshoff has likely been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Amshoff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Amshoff: 154
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 113791
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.05
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Amshoff based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Amshoff in Braille
Here's how to represent Amshoff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Amshoff using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Amshoff using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
