About Pofahl
The surname Pofahl is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "pofel," meaning "pot" or "cauldron," and the suffix "-al," denoting a place or occupation. Therefore, the surname Pofahl likely originated as a occupational name for someone who made or sold pots or cauldrons. It is also possible that the name could have been a nickname for someone who was associated with pots or cauldrons in some way.
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The surname Pofahl is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pofahl 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 Pofahl in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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