About Ruffins
The surname Ruffins is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "rufian," meaning a bully or a ruffian. It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who displayed aggressive or rowdy behavior. Over time, the name Ruffins became a hereditary surname passed down through generations, and individuals with this surname may have had ancestors who were known for their rough or unruly nature.
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The surname Ruffins is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ruffins 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 Ruffins is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Ruffins in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Ruffins using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.