About Briffa
The surname Briffa is of Maltese origin and is derived from the Arabic word "barrifa," meaning "to purify" or "to cleanse." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was considered pure or virtuous. The name Briffa is relatively common in Malta and is often associated with individuals of Maltese descent.
The surname Briffa is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Briffa 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 Briffa in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Briffa using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.