About Phifer
The surname Phifer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "phifer," meaning "piper" or "flute player." It was likely an occupational name given to someone who played the flute or pipe instrument. The name may have also been used to describe someone who lived near a pipe or flute player. Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved, resulting in variations such as Pfeiffer or Pfiefer.
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The surname Phifer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Phifer 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 Phifer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Phifer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.