About Roloff
The surname Roloff is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Rudolf, which means "fame-wolf" or "famous wolf." It is a combination of the Germanic elements "hruod" meaning "fame" and "wulf" meaning "wolf." The surname Roloff likely originated as a patronymic, indicating that the bearer was the son of someone named Rudolf. Over time, it has become a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Roloff is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Roloff based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Roloff is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Roloff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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