About Colfax
The surname Colfax is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the Old Norse words "kollr" meaning "top" or "summit" and "faks" meaning "ridge" or "crest." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Colfax can be interpreted as "top of the ridge" or "summit of the crest."
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The surname Colfax is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Colfax 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 Colfax in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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