About Kopelman
The surname Kopelman is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "kop" meaning "head" and the German word "mann" meaning "man." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was a leader or a person of authority. The name may have been given to individuals who held positions of power or influence within their community.
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The surname Kopelman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kopelman 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 Kopelman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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