About Ratzloff
The surname Ratzloff is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Razo, which is a short form of the name Ratolf. The name Ratolf is composed of the elements "rat," meaning counsel or advice, and "wolf," meaning wolf. Therefore, the surname Ratzloff can be interpreted to mean "counsel wolf" or "advice wolf." It likely originated as a nickname for someone who was wise or cunning.
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The surname Ratzloff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ratzloff based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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