About Pfennig
The surname Pfennig is of German origin and is derived from the German word "Pfennig," which means "penny" in English. It was originally a occupational name given to someone who worked with or dealt in pennies, such as a money changer or a mint worker. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who was thrifty or frugal. Overall, the surname Pfennig signifies a connection to the monetary system or a characteristic of being economical.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pfennig 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 Pfennig in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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