About Knifong
The surname Knifong is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "knif," meaning "knife," and "fong," meaning "to catch" or "to seize." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who was involved in the production or trade of knives. The name may have been given to a cutler, a knife maker, or a merchant who sold knives. Over time, the surname Knifong has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a distinctive family name.
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The surname Knifong is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Knifong 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 Knifong in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Knifong using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.