About Duffett
The surname Duffett is of English origin and is derived from the medieval personal name "Duffet," which itself is a diminutive form of the given name "Duff." The name "Duff" is of Gaelic origin and means "dark" or "swarthy." Therefore, the surname Duffett is likely to have originally been a nickname for someone with dark or swarthy features. Over time, the name evolved into a hereditary surname and has been passed down through generations.
The surname Duffett is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Duffett 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 Duffett in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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