About Kaftan
The surname Kaftan is of Eastern European origin and is derived from the Turkish word "kaftan," meaning a long, loose-fitting robe or tunic. It is a metonymic occupational name for someone who made or sold kaftans, or it could have been a nickname for someone who frequently wore such garments. The surname Kaftan is relatively rare and is primarily found among Jewish communities in Eastern Europe.
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The surname Kaftan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kaftan 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 Kaftan is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kaftan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kaftan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.