About Duff
The surname Duff is of Scottish origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Gaelic word "dubh," meaning "dark" or "black." As a surname, Duff could have been a nickname for someone with dark hair or complexion. It could also refer to someone who lived near a dark or black-colored feature in the landscape, such as a dark hill or a black stream. Additionally, Duff could have been a descriptive nickname for someone with a somber or serious personality. Overall, the surname Duff is associated with darkness or blackness, either in physical appearance or character.
The surname Duff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Duff based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Duff is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Duff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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