About Hefta
The surname Hefta is of Norwegian origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "hefja," meaning "to lift" or "to start." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was strong or had a powerful presence. Over time, it evolved into a hereditary surname and is now borne by individuals of Norwegian descent.
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The surname Hefta is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hefta 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 Hefta in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hefta using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.