About Nahoum
The surname Nahoum is of Hebrew origin and is primarily found among Sephardic Jews. It is derived from the Hebrew name Nahum, meaning "comfort" or "consolation." The surname Nahoum likely originated as a patronymic, indicating descent from an ancestor named Nahum. It is a relatively uncommon surname and is often associated with individuals of Jewish heritage.
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The surname Nahoum is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Nahoum 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 Nahoum in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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