About Orf
The surname Orf is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "orf," meaning "orphan." It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to someone who was an orphan or had lost their parents at a young age. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname Orf may have ancestral ties to someone who was an orphan or had a similar background.
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