About Elfner
The surname Elfner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "elfe," meaning "elf." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who worked as an elf or had characteristics associated with elves, such as being small or mischievous. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone who was believed to have a connection with the supernatural or had a whimsical nature. Overall, the surname Elfner suggests a connection to the mythical creatures known as elves or attributes associated with them.
The surname Elfner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Elfner 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 Elfner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Elfner using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.