About Knipfer
The surname Knipfer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "knipfen," meaning "to pinch" or "to nip." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a pincher or nipper, possibly in a trade such as blacksmithing or carpentry. The name Knipfer signifies a person who was skilled in using pinchers or nippers, or it could have been given to someone who had a habit of pinching or nipping others.
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The surname Knipfer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Knipfer 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 Knipfer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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