About Elfenbein
The surname Elfenbein is of German origin and translates to "ivory" in English. It is an occupational surname derived from the Middle High German word "elfenbein," which refers to the precious material obtained from the tusks of elephants. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with or traded in ivory, such as an ivory carver or merchant. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Elfenbein is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Elfenbein 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 Elfenbein in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Elfenbein using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.