About Mankoff
The surname Mankoff is of Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "manke," meaning "lame" or "crippled." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone with a physical disability or impairment. The suffix "-off" is a common Slavic addition to Jewish surnames, indicating "son of" or "descendant of." Therefore, Mankoff likely originated as a patronymic surname for the son or descendant of a person with a physical disability.
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