About Buffkin
The surname Buffkin is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "bufan," meaning "above" or "over," and the diminutive suffix "-kin," meaning "little." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was small in stature or had a high position or status. Over time, the surname Buffkin has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Buffkin 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 Buffkin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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