About Hoofnagle
The surname Hoofnagle is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hufnagel," meaning "horse nail." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for a blacksmith or farrier who specialized in shoeing horses. The name may also have been given to someone who had a physical characteristic resembling a horse's hoof or nail. Overall, the surname Hoofnagle signifies a connection to the equestrian world and the craft of working with horses.
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The surname Hoofnagle is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hoofnagle 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 Hoofnagle in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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