About Rufo
The surname Rufo is of Italian and Spanish origin. It is derived from the Latin word "rufus," meaning "red-haired" or "red-colored." As a surname, Rufo likely originated as a nickname for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Rufo can be found in various parts of the world, particularly in Italy, Spain, and their respective diasporas.
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The surname Rufo is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rufo 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 Rufo is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Rufo in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Rufo using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.