About Lapin
The surname Lapin is of Russian and Jewish origin. It is derived from the Russian word "lapa," meaning "paw" or "foot." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with a physical characteristic or behavior resembling that of a rabbit or hare. It may have been given to someone who was quick, agile, or had a light-footed gait. Alternatively, it could have been an occupational name for someone involved in the fur trade or rabbit farming. Overall, the surname Lapin is associated with the symbolism and characteristics of rabbits or hares.
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The surname Lapin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Lapin 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 Lapin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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