About Gaff
The surname Gaff is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "gaf" meaning "a spear." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled in using a spear or had a spear-like appearance. The name Gaff may also have been used to denote someone who lived near a place associated with spears, such as a spear-making workshop or a defensive structure. Over time, the surname Gaff has evolved and spread beyond Ireland, becoming a relatively uncommon surname found in various parts of the world.
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The surname Gaff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gaff 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 Gaff is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gaff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gaff using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.