About Kofman
The surname Kofman is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "kof" meaning "monkey." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was agile, mischievous, or had some physical resemblance to a monkey. The name may have also been used as an occupational name for someone who worked with monkeys or in a circus.
The surname Kofman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kofman 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 Kofman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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