About Gaffer
The surname Gaffer is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "gaf," meaning "godfather" or "sponsor." It was originally used as a nickname for someone who acted as a godfather or sponsor during a baptism or confirmation ceremony. Over time, the surname Gaffer became hereditary and was passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Gaffer can be found worldwide, although it is relatively rare.
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The surname Gaffer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gaffer 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 Gaffer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gaffer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gaffer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.