About Korf
The surname Korf is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "korf," meaning "basket." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a name for someone who made or sold baskets. The name may have also been given to someone who lived near a basketmaker or had a physical characteristic resembling a basket. Over time, the surname Korf has spread to various countries, including the United States, where it continues to be used today.
The surname Korf is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Korf 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 Korf is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Korf in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Korf using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.