About Berkoff
The surname Berkoff is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "berkowitz," meaning "son of Berko." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a man named Berko. The name Berko itself is a diminutive form of the Hebrew name Berek, meaning "blessed" or "knee." The surname Berkoff is commonly found among Jewish communities, particularly those of Eastern European descent.
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The surname Berkoff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Berkoff based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Berkoff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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