About Buff
The surname Buff is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "buf" or "bouf," meaning "buffalo" or "ox." It was likely an occupational name given to someone who worked with or owned these animals. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone with physical characteristics resembling a buffalo or ox, such as strength or a stocky build. Overall, the surname Buff is associated with a connection to these animals or their attributes.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Buff 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 Buff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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