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.
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.
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Here's how to represent Roloff in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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