Surnames that begin with the letter 'R'

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Ruffin
The surname Ruffin is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "rufin," meaning "red-haired." It is a descriptive surname that was likely given to individuals with red hair or a reddi...
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Ruffing
The surname Ruffing is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "ruf," meaning "rough" or "coarse." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone with a rough o...
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Ruffini
The surname Ruffini is of Italian origin and is derived from the personal name Ruffino, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Ruffo. The name Ruffo is derived from the Germanic name Hrodulf, c...
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Ruffino
The surname Ruffino is of Italian origin and is derived from the personal name Ruffino, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Ruffo. The name Ruffo is derived from the Germanic name Hrodulf, c...
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Ruffins
The surname Ruffins is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "rufian," meaning a bully or a ruffian. It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone...
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Ruffle
The surname Ruffle is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "ruffle," meaning a fold or pleat in fabric. It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was known f...
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Ruffley
The surname Ruffley is of English origin and is derived from a locational name referring to someone who lived near a rough meadow or clearing. The name is composed of the Old English elements "ruh" me...
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Ruffner
The surname Ruffner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "rufener," meaning "caller" or "crier." It is an occupational surname that likely referred to someone who had a ...
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Ruffo
The surname Ruffo is of Italian origin and is derived from the medieval personal name Ruffo, which itself is derived from the Germanic name Hrodulf. The name Hrodulf is composed of the elements "hrod,...
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Ruffolo
The surname Ruffolo is of Italian origin and is derived from the word "ruffo," meaning "red." It is a descriptive surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone with red hair or a ruddy comp...
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Surnames that begin with the letter 'R'

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