About Rufer
The surname Rufer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "ruofe," meaning "shout" or "call." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a loud or distinctive voice, or who worked as a town crier or herald. The name may also have been given to someone who was known for their assertiveness or commanding presence.
The surname Rufer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rufer 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 Rufer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Rufer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Rufer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.